Position Snapshot 
 
Location: Konolfingen, Switzerland  
Company: Nestlé Product & Technology Center (NPTC) Nutrition 
Act. Rate: Full-Time Act. Rate 100% 
Type of contract: Permanent contract
 
What we offer at Nestlé 
 
Flexible work policies in terms of core hours and working from home. Please talk to us during the recruitment process about what flexibility could look like for you! 
Genuine opportunities for career and personal development 
Modern “smart office” locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces 
Dynamic international working environment 
Attractive additional benefits  

Position Summary  

At Nestlé Nutrition, our mission is to nurture a Healthier Generation. We aim to achieve this by leading the way in Research and Development of science proven nutrition solutions and by partnering with parents and healthcare professionals around the world. From pre-conception to adulthood, we are widening our reach and opening up new opportunities across the lifelong nutrition journey.
 
At Nestlé Research and Development in Konolfingen near Bern / Switzerland, we develop for Nestlé worldwide new products, processes and packaging concepts for a broad range of products of our Nutrition, Dairy, Health Science and Coffee businesses. In addition, we also provide technical assistance to our factories.

As a Senior Engineering Specialist, you will work in a multi-disciplinary team, leveraging your experience to scout for relevant new technologies, to drive the deployment and support of innovative products, processes, and systems , providing scientific and technical guidance, and ensuring manufacturing excellence and reduced environmental impact.

We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and international working environment with many opportunities across different companies, functions, and regions. Don’t miss the opportunity to join us and work with different teams in an agile and diverse context. 

A Day in the Life of Senior Engineering Specialist

• Proactively propose and drive new ideas, technical solutions, and projects to NPTC/R&D, SBUs, and Operations.
• Build and document knowledge about the latest methods, trends, and developments in the relevant field.
• Lead and manage knowledge building and business-related project activities.
• Provide accurate and timely technical support to operations with sustainable solutions. 
• Integrate scientific, technology, quality, safety, and environmental knowledge into the business.
• Implement NHW and CSV strategies, coach and guide project team members, and promote cross-fertilization between sites.
• Provide engineering expertise to achieve manufacturing excellence and competitive advantage.
• Drive the deployment of new product and process technologies, validate pilot technologies, and integrate new technologies seamlessly into operations.
• Lead the support of complex and high-profile capital investment projects through the entire project cycle. 
• Manage project stakeholders, negotiate with key decision makers and leverage internal and external networks. 

What will make you successful

• Degree in related scientific field.
• Up-to-date knowledge of quality, safety, hygiene, process engineering, and Net Zero technologies.
• Minimum 10 years of R&D or operating/factory experience.
• Proven track record and practical experience in Spray Drying operations and powder handling.
• Qualification in Project and/or CAPEX Project Management.
• Strong experience in design, installation, and commissioning of Spray Drying operations.
• Troubleshooting skills in industrial environment.
• Practical experience in process modelling and development of digital twins. 
• Deep understanding of maintenance and managing maintenance teams.
• Experience with evaporated milk, retorted products, and milk powder.
• Knowledge of utilities such as air heaters, steam, compressed air, and refrigerant.
• Outstanding collaboration and communication skills.

At Nestlé Research and Development in Konolfingen near Bern / Switzerland, we develop for Nestlé worldwide, new products, processes and packaging concepts for a broad range of products of our Nutrition, Dairy, Health Science and Coffee businesses. In addition, we also provide technical assistance to our factories. 
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