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As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
About the job
We are looking for a Project Execution Engineer to join our team in Bogota, Colombia.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing the execution of capital equipment projects, ensuring successful delivery in terms of scope, time and cost. You will act as an important connection between customers, Sales, Operations, Field Service and our factories, supporting projects from the handover after the sale through installation, commissioning and final delivery to the customer.
You will also support customers during the initial stages of the equipment lifecycle, coordinate technical and logistical requirements and manage claims according to contractual conditions and Alfa Laval processes.
Key responsibilities
- Manage projects ensuring compliance with agreed scope, schedule and cost.
- Coordinate installation, commissioning and other related field services.
- Act as the communication bridge between customers, Sales, Operations, Field Service Engineers and Alfa Laval factories.
- Follow up on technical and logistical aspects throughout project execution.
- Support customers during the initial stages of the equipment lifecycle.
- Manage customer claims according to contractual conditions and Alfa Laval processes.
- Support troubleshooting and coordinate technical questions arising during project execution.
- Review customer requirements, project specifications and performance standards.
- Develop and monitor project schedules and project progress.
- Ensure an effective handover and final delivery of the solution to the customer.
- Participate in project close-out discussions, managing pending items and contractual commitments with strong communication and negotiation skills.
What you know
- A degree in Electromechanical, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Electronics Engineering. Alignment Meeting - Project execution.doc
- Previous experience in project execution or project management within industrial environments.
- Experience supporting the installation, commissioning or start-up of industrial equipment.
- Understanding of industrial assembly and field service activities.
- Experience interacting directly with customers and managing technically or commercially complex conversations.
- Experience working across different industrial sectors such as Food, Energy, Water, Marine or similar industries is desirable.
- Knowledge of warranty or claims processes is considered a plus.
- A specialization, Master’s degree in Project Management or PMP certification is a plus.
- Intermediate to advanced English.
What’s in it for you?
This role gives you the opportunity to work in a global industrial company, gaining broad exposure to different technologies, customers and functions.
You will have the possibility to:
- Build relationships across Sales, Operations, Service and other areas of the organization.
- Develop increasing autonomy in project execution.
- Contribute with ideas to continuously improve and optimize our project execution processes.
Skills Required
- Degree in Electromechanical, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electronics Engineering
- Previous experience in project execution or project management within industrial environments
- Experience supporting installation, commissioning, or start-up of industrial equipment
- Understanding of industrial assembly and field service activities
- Experience interacting directly with customers and managing technically or commercially complex conversations
- Intermediate to advanced English
- Experience across industrial sectors such as Food, Energy, Water, Marine, or similar
- Knowledge of warranty or claims processes
- Specialization or Master's degree in Project Management
- PMP certification
Alfa Laval Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Alfa Laval and has not been reviewed or approved by Alfa Laval.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) support is described as generous in U.S. postings, and the retirement plan is a notable strength alongside core coverage.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are core parts of the package, and health insurance is often described positively in U.S. materials.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are standard, with options like purchasing additional PTO expanding flexibility for some roles.
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What We Do
Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy
