Project Transformation Engineer (d/f/m)

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Infrastructure Services Engineering General Services Germany, Düsseldorf, North Rhine Westphalia Full Time Regular Apply for this role

About this Position

As a Project Engineer in the Infrastructure Department, you will play a key role in planning and delivering technical projects across Henkel sites, with a strong focus on Power-to-Heat technologies, electrification of thermal processes, and CO₂ reduction initiatives. You will work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with Henkel's sustainability roadmap.

What you´ll do

* Plan, execute, and manage Power-to-Heat and decarbonization projects from concept to commissioning within industrial infrastructure environments
* Support the electrification of heat generation, including technologies such as heat pumps, electric boilers, thermal storage, and integration of renewable electricity
* Lead and support general infrastructure and energy projects, including utilities, process heat, water and site energy systems
* Prepare technical concepts, feasibility studies, cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments
* Coordinate engineering disciplines, internal stakeholders (operations, HSE, procurement etc.), and external contractors or engineering partners
* Ensure compliance with Henkel standards, local regulations, safety requirements, and sustainability goals
* Monitor project progress, manage budgets, and report on milestones and KPIs
* Preparing and tracking of project schedules, general project management in accordance with our standards and procedures
* Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across Henkel's global infrastructure community
* Working as part of the infrastructure engineering team to ensure the smooth development & handover of systems from conception to commissioning and into sustaining operations

What makes you a good fit

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, Chemical, or comparable)
* Minimum of 3-5 years in project engineering or project management within industrial, energy or infrastructure environments
* Solid understanding of thermal energy systems, utilities, or industrial energy supply
* Previous experience in Power-to-Heat, electrification, and decarbonization technologies
* Experience working with external contractors, suppliers, and engineering firms
* Structured, collaborative, proactive, and solution-oriented working style
* Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional and international teams
* Fluency in German is a must; Working proficiency of English is required

Some perks of joining Henkel

* The opportunity to actively contribute to Henkel's decarbonization and net-zero ambitions
* Challenging and diverse infrastructure projects with real impact on sustainability
* Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
* Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
* Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
* Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
* MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
* CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
* Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.

JOB ID: 26095355
Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf
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