Project Engineer, Ingeniero de Procesos

About Akzo Nobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life.

Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

• Manages the Site Engineering projects, from early stages until completion, to deliver the agreed scope, within schedule and budget, meeting safety and quality requirements, and managing stakeholders’ expectations.
• Delivers the site Cap Ex investment plan following the Site priorities and the Akzo Nobel’s project delivery methodology.
• Partners with contractors and suppliers to build a healthy network, following consistently Akzo Nobel’s Procurement policies.
• Follows and applies the global Engineering standards for processes and facilities designs.
• Leads or participates in Hazard Studies and Periodic Hazard Reviews.
• Provides input for process modifications and/or modifications of existing operations and develops business cases as appropriate.
• Identifies opportunities and makes suggestions for improvements in Production processes.

• Comply with the policy and the HSE&S regulations established in Akzo Nobel (LSR - Life Saving Rules) and actively participate in the initiatives that are promoted in this area.
• Define, prepare and execute projects, in line with business needs and project management methods and techniques, to deliver projects according to objectives.
• Conduct conceptual design, development, cost estimation and time schedule to ensure proper definition.
• Modify and optimize the existing production processes in accordance with HSE and operations guidelines (Asset Integrity Guideline’s and local regulatory requirements).
• Continually engage with the Site operating teams at all levels to develop an understanding of the Site improvement needs and opportunities.
• Contribute to the Site investment plan to ensure the manufacturing capacity is safe, reliable and sufficient based on expected demand.
• Ensure safe delivery of projects through correct management of contractors and third parties.
• Lead or participate in Hazard Studies for new developments, as well as in the Periodic Hazard Reviews for the existing processes.
• Ensure functional excellence in local codes/standards, permitting, project management and construction management and contractor control.
• Execute applicable Akzo Nobel policies, guidelines, processes, methodologies, working methods and systems.
• Drive knowledge management (sharing, maintaining, updating information and best practices) both internal and external to the site.
• Effectively engage with key Site stakeholders (and other levels) to manage expectations on site (handover, training…).
• Develop strong relationships at Site level and with local and national service suppliers.
• Build and maintain a network within Akzo Nobel within HSE, ISC, Engineering and Procurement.
• Manage HSE Suite database for MOC’s, ensuring that all plant modifications are captured in the tool.

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Process Engineering.
• 2 years of experience as Project Engineer preferably in the Chemical industry. Experience in Process Engineering and Maintenance will also be appreciated.
• Ability to read, understand and modify Engineering documents (diagrams, balances, models, plot plans, layouts, datasheets…).
• Ability to use IT tools and software e.g. SAP and MS Office package.
• Basic knowledge of Engineering software such as AutoCAD, MS Project or similar, Navis Works…
• Ability to work autonomously as part of a diverse team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel.
• Ability to communicate with employees at different levels in the same Business Unit.

• Join a growing multinational…