To strengthen our team in executing investment projects at our cocoa plant in Hamburg, we are looking for a Senior Project Engineer (m/f/d) to join our engineering team. The position is initially limited to 2 years with the possibility to prolong the contract.
Your Responsibilities
Full responsibility for individual investment projects at the site
Planning and execution of technical projects in the areas of production and infrastructure
Preparation of project applications and coordination with internal stakeholders
Support in preparing building permit applications in close cooperation with architects and external partners
Construction supervision during project implementation, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
Schedule and cost control as well as regular reporting to the Head of Engineering and, if applicable, the Steering Committee
Coordination of suppliers and service providers
Liaison with authorities (BUKEA, HPA, Occupational Safety Office, Fire Department) as part of approval procedures
Your Profile
Completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Process Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable qualification
Proven professional experience (min. 4 years) in project planning and execution, ideally in the food or manufacturing industry
Knowledge of construction and approval procedures, as well as authority management
Strong organizational skills and cost awareness
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
Fluent German and good level of English, both written and spoken
We Offer
A responsible position in an international company
Work at a technically diverse and industry‑significant cocoa production site in the heart of Hamburg
Exciting projects and the opportunity to actively contribute to the development, shaping, and future‑proofing of our production site
Attractive compensation and social benefits
Training opportunities and career development prospects
With annual sales of about CHF 14.8 billion in fiscal year 2024/25, the Zurich-based Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading solutions provider of high-quality chocolate experiences across the full spectrum of chocolate, cocoa, cacao coatings and non-cocoa alternatives – from sourcing and processing cocoa beans to crafting premium chocolates, fillings and decorations.
The Group operates more than 60 production facilities worldwide and employs a diverse, committed workforce of over 13,000 people. Barry Callebaut serves as a trusted partner for the entire food industry, from large-scale food manufacturers to artisanal and professional users such as chocolatiers, pastry chefs, bakers, hotels, restaurants and caterers with Callebaut® as its main global brand.
The Barry Callebaut Group is dedicated to making sustainable chocolate the norm – helping secure the future of cocoa and improving the livelihoods of cocoa farmers. It supports the Cocoa Horizons Foundation, which aims to shape a sustainable future for cocoa and chocolate.
