Nestlé Purina Petcare - Logistics Project Engineer (Greenfield Project) - 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, Greenfield Project Mantova Logistics Project Engineer Permanent and full-time role

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University Degree in Engineering

5+ years of experience in engineering projects execution, automation, logistics, or industrial operations.

Proven experience delivering capital investment projects in manufacturing, logistics, or distribution environments.

Experience overseeing installation, commissioning and start-up of industrial facilities and highly automated systems.

Fluent English and Italian; additional languages are considered an advantage.

Compensation Package: CCNL Industria Alimentare, Impiegato 2 Livello, Gross Annual Base Salary 48.000,00.

Position Summary

As a Logistics Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the planning and safe execution, installation, commissioning and start-up of a large-scale automated warehouse and fulfillment center, coordinating the integration of mechanical, electrical, automation, and logistics systems into a single high-performing operation. You will work closely with engineering teams, contractors, automation suppliers, and site operations to bring cutting-edge technologies, including ASRS, automated material handling systems, BMS, WMS, SAP, and industrial controling systems, from installation through commissioning to full operational readiness and handover. This is a unique opportunity for an engineer who enjoys complex technical challenges, multidisciplinary coordination, develop fundamentals of stakeholders management, overseeing a major capital project come to life from first start-up through successful handover and sustained operation, while working in a dynamic, fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. You will collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders from across the organization and around the world, gaining exposure to a broad range of engineering disciplines, technologies, and operational functions while contributing to the successful delivery of a state-of-the-art logistics facility that will shape the future of Nestlé's supply chain network.

A Day in the life of a Logistics Project Engineer

• Deliver capital projects safely, on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• Develop and implement engineering solutions aligned with business needs and Nestlé standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities across civil, mechanical, electrical, automation, and logistics disciplines.
• Ensure successful integration of automated warehouse systems, controls, and digital platforms (YMS, WMS, SAP, BMS).
• Oversee commissioning, qualification, validation, and start-up (ICQV) activities through operational handover.
• Manage contractors, suppliers, and system integrators to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and sustainability requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, technical issues, and operational constraints.
• Support project governance, technical reviews, and investment decision-making processes.
• Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence through advanced engineering solutions.
• Ensure facility readiness and a seamless transition from construction to full operational performance.
• Foster effective collaboration within multidisciplinary, multicultural, and cross-functional project teams.

What else will make you successful?

Knowledge of warehouse automation technologies, material handling systems, or logistics operations. Experience integrating systems such as WMS, SAP, BMS, PLC, SCADA, or equivalent industrial platforms. Experience managing contractors and multidisciplinary project teams. Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience working in multicultural and cross-functional environments.

What we offer?

• Work-life balance - flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
• Continuous learning - access to training, certifications, and development programs
• Health well-being - private health insurance and wellness initiatives
• Corporate welfare - flexible benefits platform
• Career growth - internal mobility and development opportunities
• Inclusive culture - collaborative and people-first environment

What does it mean working at Purina?

At Purina, we've worked hard to create a high-performing and caring environment where everyone belongs, and where everyone can push themselves. When you join our mission to create richer lives for pets, the people who love them and the planet we share, you'll find lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and expertise, both at Purina and across the wider Nestlé community. You'll become part of a passionate and successful international team who, as industry pioneers and leaders in their field, are continually striving for better, who feel safe and supported to challenge, to experiment, to drive change and to be their true selves at work. We're committed to ensuring the whole team can experience the power of Purina, pushing their limits and realising their full potential. That's the Power of Purina.

Are you ready to discover what's possible? Purina is part of Nestlé Group.