Jr Project Engineer | Automation

About Barilla

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

Job description

Barilla G. & R. F.lli wants to recruit a Jr Project Engineer (Automation), based in Parma (Italy) and reporting to the Technical Development Associate Director – Project Engineering Bakery Western Europe.

Job purpose

The individual is responsible for supporting the Project Engineering team to execute standard projects related to existing or new equipment in line with Company guidelines. Moreover, he/she contributes to technical tasks related to technical specifications, technical issues and capex definition in collaboration with other units.

Key Accountabilities

Technical Specifications

To draft technical specifications for equipment, interfacing with the other company functions for the definition of requirements, proposing technical solutions aimed at maximizing the return on invested capital and optimizing costs.
To support the Purchasing dept. in the selection of the suppliers through the evaluation of the quotations and in the negotiation phase.
To ensure the compliance of the new equipment to the internal quality, safety and environmental standards.

Project Execution

To support the execution phase (installation and testing) until the successful release cooperating with internal staff and external resources
To contribute to specific technical issues occurring during the project’s execution coming from RD&Q, Technical development or Plants.

Capex definition

To support the definition of the CAPEX process for own area of competence

Requirements

MSc in Automation Engineering
Minimum 6-months internship experience, preferably in supply chain and plant's technical area
Interest both in technical and managerial aspects of projects
Ability to work in parallel on different projects
Basic project management skills
Results driven and problem solver
Self-empowered managerial approach in daily activities
Teamwork skills
Fluent both in Italian and English; French is a plus
Willing to travel in Italy and abroad (up to 50%)

Compensation package

The gross annual base salary (RAL) offered will be no less than € 32.000, in accordance with the provisions of the applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL Industria Alimentare).
The Company is committed to offering a competitive compensation package and, following the selection process, may propose a final gross annual base salary above the stated level, commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

What We Offer

An international, purpose-driven and inclusive workplace where people collaborate across borders, feel valued and empowered, and thrive through a strong culture of flexibility, quality and sustainability.

Continuous Growth
- Continuous learning & development through training programs and mentoring opportunities
- Transparent career paths and internal mobility opportunities to support long-term growth
- Starter, a tailor-made onboarding journey, that combines our digital platform with "onlife" activities

Wellbeing & Flexibility
- Smart Working policy (up to 40% remote work)
- Structured parental leave policy

Welfare
- Solidarity fund and supplementary health coverage
- Access to a company canteen, for a comfortable daily break
- Voluntary corporate welfare program, with wide flexibility of use (discounts, benefits)
- Scholarships to promote international mobility of employees' children
- Discounts on mobility and transport
- Online shopping and laundry service
- Corporate volunteering

Discover more: Working at Barilla | Barilla Group

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.

Engineering

Italy

Parma

Permanent

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