Job Summary: Coordinate and implement industrial projects at the Nestlé factory in Avanca, contributing to operational efficiency, innovation, and sustainability. Key Highlights: 1. Lead industrial projects from definition to final delivery. 2. Work in close coordination with different factory areas. 3. Manage the project’s financial cycle in SAP and control investments. **POSITION SUMMARY** Location: Avanca, Portugal Contract Type: Indefinite-Term Contract Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering Experience: Minimum of 5 years in similar roles **THE OPPORTUNITY** Working at Nestlé means joining the world’s largest food and beverage company. Our purpose is “Unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.” To join the Projects Team at the Nestlé factory in Avanca, we are seeking a ***Project Engineer***. Your primary mission will be to coordinate and implement industrial projects that contribute to the factory’s operational efficiency, innovation, and sustainability, ensuring strict compliance with Nestlé standards, methodologies, and safety requirements. Join this team and discover Nestlé! **WHAT YOU’LL DO …** * Technically lead industrial projects—from scope and solution definition through to final delivery and structured handover to operations; * Ensure installation, modification, and commissioning of equipment in accordance with health, safety and environmental guidelines, Nestlé standards, and TPM methodologies; * Collaborate closely with various factory departments to align expectations, ensure effective communication, and deliver projects meeting business needs, deadlines, and defined objectives; * Manage external suppliers and partners, ensuring technical, contractual, financial, and scheduling alignment throughout the project lifecycle; * Plan activities, timelines, and resources, monitoring achievement of technical, operational, and safety objectives; * Deliver technical and operational training to teams involved with new equipment and processes; * Manage the project’s financial cycle in SAP—including purchase orders, cost control, and receipt of materials and services; * Control investments and ensure budgetary compliance for assigned projects; * Guarantee full project delivery with all required technical documentation for handover to operations; * Define preventive and corrective maintenance plans for new equipment; * Ensure compliance with legal and internal standards related to safety, environment, quality, and Nestlé standards. **ARE YOU WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?** * Higher education degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Automation Engineering, Electronics, Industrial Management, or related field; * Minimum 5 years’ experience managing industrial projects, preferably in a manufacturing environment; * Proficiency in SAP, AutoCAD, MS Project, and Office tools; * Knowledge of TPM, Lean or Six Sigma (an advantage); * English language proficiency (mandatory); * Leadership skills, ability to coordinate teams and manage stakeholders; * Strong results orientation, problem-solving capability, and commitment to continuous improvement; * Excellent communication, negotiation, and critical thinking skills; * High awareness of and commitment to safety; * Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic industrial environments. At Nestlé, diversity and inclusion are fundamental values. We are committed to providing a workplace that respects and supports each individual’s uniqueness, adapting to their needs. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a team shaping the future of the food industry!