Your mission
- Lead end-to-end CAPEX projects for new machinery, automation systems, and major plant upgrades, including scope definition, budget planning, timelines, technical specifications, and risk assessments
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage external partners such as OEMs, engineering firms, and contractors; oversee procurement, vendor selection, quotation analysis, and contract negotiation
- Oversee installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover to operations while ensuring smooth ramp-up and long-term equipment performance
- Drive process optimization and standardization using Lean principles to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and throughput
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, engineering guidelines, and industry standards; prepare and maintain technical documentation, layouts, specifications, and project reports
- Conduct feasibility studies, payback calculations, and data-driven evaluations to support investment decisions
- Lead troubleshooting for equipment and process issues during project execution and support digitalization initiatives such as data systems and predictive maintenance concepts
- Monitor equipment performance post-handover, contribute to continuous improvement programs, and report project status to plant management
Your profile
- Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical qualification, with several years of experience in production-related project management
- Strong understanding of machinery, automation, plant layouts, end-to-end production workflows, and solid technical knowledge of production/corrugated equipment and reliability methodologies (RCM, FMEA)
- Proven track record in leading CAPEX projects and implementing new equipment or process improvements; PRINCE2, PMI, or similar certification is a plus
- Experience managing multidisciplinary projects (mechanical, electrical, automation, controls) and ability to interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, layouts, and automation schematics
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable improvements; familiarity with SAP, MES, or digital maintenance/CMMS tools is an advantage
- Knowledge of CE marking, machine directives, and relevant industry standards
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams; fluent in English and German
- Structured, proactive, hands-on mindset with strong ownership, resilience, solution orientation, and willingness to travel
Our offer
- A responsible position in a dynamic and forward-looking company
- Attractive employee benefits through the ‘Corporate Benefits’ platform
- Subsidised bicycle leasing
- Attractive working conditions and opportunities for personal development
- A working environment that focuses on sustainability, quality and innovation
Benefits:
- Learning & Development
- Discount for employees possible
- Events for employees
- Parking
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We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future.
Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.
Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.
Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address no-reply@mondigroup.com to your “safe list” or address book.
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