Project Engineer

Solvay is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Engineering & Construction team, composed of around 10 professionals, is integrated within the Dombasle site operations and focuses on the reliability of production, energy transition, and environmental impact reduction in collaboration with production, maintenance, and purchasing teams.

As a Project Engineer, you will work on investment projects, technical studies, and construction supervision to support the transformation and modernization of our site. You will get the opportunity to contribute to strategic industrial developments and have a positive impact on sustainability and operational excellence. You will be accountable for:

• Lead industrial investment projects from €200K to €10M, from feasibility studies to commissioning, ensuring technical and operational coordination.
• Conduct technical and process pre-studies with production teams, define needs, establish planning and budgets, and prepare investment requests.
• Oversee design and engineering phases, including drafting specifications, selecting suppliers with Procurement, and managing internal and subcontracted deliverables.
• Manage construction activities and start-up adjustments, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and achievement of performance targets.
• Provide regular project reporting, identify challenges, propose solutions, and coordinate all internal and external stakeholders.

We offer a permanent contract with an onsite working mode at our Dombasle-sur-Meurthe site (near Nancy, France).

About you

• Relevant education or degree in mechanical or general engineering. 2 to 5 years of experience in project studies and construction management.
• Experience in project management and field operations (commissioning, troubleshooting). Experience in the chemical industry is a plus (pumps, piping, valves, instrumentation, P&ID diagrams).

Competencies

• Fluency in French; professional English required.
• Proficiency in IT tools (SAP, Microsoft Office).
• Strong technical knowledge in mechanics, structures, materials, fluids, energy systems, and industrial design.

Behaviors

• Team player with strong communication and listening skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to anticipate and reflect.
• Proactive, with decision-making capabilities and a strong sense of initiative.

About the pay

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is € 44,400 - € 55,500 per year in France.

Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

Benefits:

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world's most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.7 billion in net sales in 2024 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

#LI-SO1 

#LI-Onsite

#middle