Capital Project Engineer

Activate your potential - join NORIT, the world leader in activated carbon production!

This is a 12-month temporary position as a Capital Projects Engineer, where you'll take ownership of delivering safe, efficient, and successful projects that drive our site's growth and continuous improvement.

• Lead multiple capital projects, delivering them safely, on time, on budget, and to agreed performance standards,
• Act as the main point of contact for Project Sponsors, providing progress updates and technical guidance,
• Develop project structures, schedules, and resource plans, and oversee all stages of the project application process,
• Manage permits, compliance documentation, and health, safety, and environmental obligations for projects,
• Monitor and control cost, quality, and risk, escalating significant issues to management and relevant committees,
• Support site initiatives, including ISO 9001/14001, HACCP certification, and continuous improvement activities,
• Coach and review team members, handling performance, attendance, and development in line with HR policies,
• Collaborate across functions to drive improvement opportunities and contribute to overall site development.

• Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or related field,
• 5-10 years' experience managing major capital projects, ideally in petrochemical, chemical, or refining industries,
• NEBOSH certification; knowledge of CDM Regulations,
• Strong understanding of construction, engineering, procurement, and project lifecycle activities,
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; SAP experience desirable,
• Skilled in problem-solving, troubleshooting, and working independently to meet deadlines,
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities; adaptable to changing priorities,
• Experience with process control systems and PLCs is an advantage,
• Committed to safety, environmental compliance, and adherence to plant standards.

• Competitive salary and additional benefit package,
• Contract type: Temporary (12 months)
• Supportive and dynamic, yet down-to-earth work environment,
• A flat organization with short lines in which ownership and initiatives are valued,
• We support the development of our employees in the form of on-the-job learning, training and courses.

NORIT Activated Carbon is one of the global leaders and produces various qualities of activated carbon in its powder and granular form. Our mission - to be the customer's #1 choice for added value activated carbon solutions in energy, environmental, water, food, chemical, pharma, automotive, and other industrial markets. We supply a broad portfolio of materials, know-how and technical expertise, complementary services and technologies.

We have established our global presence with manufacturing plants in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Italy and United States and as well a Global Business Service center in Riga.