The Role
The Project Engineer will design mechanical and process systems, prepare technical documentation, supervise installations, ensure safety compliance, and manage project coordination, while also requiring extensive travel.
Summary Generated by Built In
GEA is one of the world’s leading technology suppliers for food processing and a wide range of other industries. Our mission? Designing and delivering sustainable solutions that shape the future of production.
Currently we are looking for a Project Engineer to join our team in Spain. If you are passionate about engineering and want to work on projects that make a global impact, this is your chance!
Currently we are looking for a Project Engineer to join our team in Spain. If you are passionate about engineering and want to work on projects that make a global impact, this is your chance!
Responsibilities / Tasks
- Design & Engineering: Define, calculate, and design mechanical and process systems for cutting-edge production lines.
- Technical Documentation: Prepare equipment specifications, procurement documents, project reports, and technical manuals.
- Process Calculations: Perform calculations for pumps, valves, heat exchangers, pipeline sizing, utilities, and instrumentation selection.
- 3D Design & Layout Supervision: Oversee design models, preassemblies, and installation layouts to ensure precision and efficiency.
- Procurement & Tendering: Generate equipment purchase tenders and installation material lists.
- On-Site Supervision & Commissioning: Lead assembly, ensure quality control, and support commissioning teams for successful project delivery.
- Safety & Compliance: Guarantee compliance with safety regulations, risk assessments, and company standards.
- Client & Team Coordination: Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution.
- Sales & Reporting: Prepare reports, track project KPIs, and assist in sales target planning.
- Innovation & Sustainability: Contribute to projects that integrate sustainable technologies and carbon capture solutions.
- Travel & On-Site Work: Be ready for extensive travel and hands-on involvement at project sites worldwide.
Your Profile / Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Food Technology
- Industry Knowledge: Experience in chemical, dairy, food, or beverage industries highly desirable
- Languages: Fluent in Spanish & English & French (mandatory requirement)
- Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of process design and mechanical systems
- Familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
- Understanding of utilities, instrumentation, and process control
- Project Management: Ability to lead internal and external teams, manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively
- Soft Skills: Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong capability to analyze complex systems and propose innovative solutions
- Financial Acumen: Knowledge of project finance, budgeting, cost control, and forecasting
- Safety & Compliance: Commitment to QHSE culture and safety standards
- Flexibility: Willingness to travel extensively and adapt to different environments
We offer:
- Attractive compensation package.
- Private health insurance plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote).
- 23 days of vacation per year.
- Great work environment as part of a collaborative team.
- Continuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
- The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Food Technology
- Experience in chemical, dairy, food, or beverage industries
- Fluent in Spanish, English, and French
- Strong knowledge of process design and mechanical systems
- Familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
- Ability to lead teams and manage projects effectively
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Strong capability to analyze complex systems
- Knowledge of project finance and budgeting
- Commitment to QHSE culture and safety standards
- Willingness to travel extensively
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The Company
What We Do
GEA is one of the largest technology suppliers for food processing and a wide range of other industries. The global group specializes in machinery, plants, as well as process technology and components. GEA provides sustainable solutions for sophisticated production processes in diverse end-user markets and offers a comprehensive service portfolio
