Nestlé Purina PetCare - Technical Design Specialist - Mantova

At Nestlé Purina we are committed to creating richer lives for pets and the people who love them, providing high quality nutrition for cats and dogs and doing more of what matters for pets, people and planet.

We are looking for passionate technical talents who will support the installation, start‑up and operation of modern and highly automated production systems during the launch of a new manufacturing site.

You will contribute to a project within a global organization committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

Position Snapshot

• Nestlé Purina Italy
• Permanent and full-time role
• Nestlé welcomes people with disabilities
• University Degree in Engineering
• Fluency in English is mandatory. Italian knowledge would be a plus.
• Prior experience at greenfield food industry plant projects as a draftsman will be advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software both 2D and 3D
• Fluency in English is mandatory. Italian knowledge would be a plus
• Compensation Package: CCNL Industria Alimentare, 2° Level, Gross Annual Base Salary: €48.000,00.

Position Summary

• Making the technical drawings needed by the project team in the design studies of new green field food production facility planned to be established.
• Integrating the drawings from the suppliers into the main drawings within the scope of the project.
• Creation of BIM 360 Project Folder Structure
• Keep the BIM 360 Folder Strcuture organized
• Comply with occupational health and safety rules.

A Day in the Life of a Technical Design Specialist

• Analyzing building specifications, codes, and sites
• Communicating with architects, engineers, project team and incorporating knowledge gained into drawings.
• Creating technical drawings from sketches and specifications.
• Preparing, reviewing and redrafting alongside the engineering team.
• Using CAD software to create drawings that incorporate exact measurements, calculations, building codes, and other construction details.
• Printing CAD drawing schematics for use by architects, construction managers, and structural and maintenance engineers.
• Entering CAD data into building information modeling (BIM) systems to create 3‑D models and renderings.
• Design diagrams, maps and layouts to illustrate workflow
• Preparing drawings, charts, and records with CAD equipment and conventional drafting techniques.
• Visiting construction sites to perform measurements and calculate dimensions as needed.
• Collaborating with project team to ensure adherence to building specifications and industry regulations.
• Keeping abreast of the latest developments and technologies in drawing environment.
• Preparing both rough sketches and detailed work with CADD systems.
• Performing calculations for materials and weight limitations.
• Ensuring final designs are compliant with building regulations.
• Identifying and communicating potential design problems to the rest of the team.
• Describe production methods step‑by‑step (including equipment and software types to be used)
• Create manuals that describe existing products' operation, features and maintenance.

What will make you successful?

• In-depth knowledge of building design, specifications, codes, and structural analysis.
• Ability to apply the fundamentals of sketching and design.
• Ability to stay organized
• Ability to keep project folders organized
• Very detail oriented
• Mathematical aptitude and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Great analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team and on your own.

Kindly submit your CV in English to be considered for this position.