Project Engineer (m/f/d)

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Applicants must have the legal right to work in Switzerland at the time of application and/or hold a Swiss or EU/EFTA passport.  

Position's purpose:

Support and execute assigned company projects through the study, development, approval, implementation and validation stages, in alignment with the Integrated Work System (IWS) Initiative Management (IM) Pillar and JTI’s global procedures and standards. Coordinate with project managers and cross-functional teams to deliver projects within the approved cost, timeline, scope and quality requirements, while providing technical support for studies, innovations and improvements to factory capacity and capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting Technical Studies.
• Project Management.
• Project Planning and Control.
• Compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety Requirements.
• Engineering Standards Development.
• Technical Support for Feasibility Studies.
• Initiative Management Pillar.

Requirements:

• Technical education, ideally with further training at HF/FH level and/or an Engineering Degree.
• 1-2 years of experience, including internships or obligatory training, in a project engineering, technical, manufacturing or production-related environment. Experience supporting engineering projects through study, design, planning, execution and validation is preferred, together with exposure to cost and schedule control, contractor coordination, safety requirements, technical problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Very good command of German and English, both written and spoken.
• Good knowledge of engineering project processes, with the ability to support project scope definition, technical studies, cost estimation, scheduling, procurement, execution, commissioning and validation. Knowledge of safety requirements, risk management, contractor coordination, technical documentation and change control is preferred. Experience with SAP, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project and Power BI is an advantage. Familiarity with the Integrated Work System (IWS), Initiative Management, Kaizen, 5S and structured problem-solving is a plus, together with strong communication, collaboration, organization and stakeholder-management skills.

Our benefits:

• 40-hour workweek, at least 5 weeks of vacation, annual working hours.
• Canteen (discounted meals) as well as free soft drinks, coffee, and fruit.
• Free parking and discounted e-charging stations.
• Monthly health insurance allowances for employees and their family members.
• NBU and KTG premiums are fully covered by JTI.
• Own pension fund with supplementary benefits & JTI covers up to 75% of pension fund contributions.
• CHF 500 Reka Checks for full-time employees (paid in January).
• Parental leave (20 weeks) without pay reduction.
• Attractive employee benefits.
• Fitness room and various sports classes.

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.