Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Sustainability Project Engineer (d/f/m)
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About this Position
As a Senior Project & Sustainability Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and executing strategic investment projects across the European region, ensuring technical excellence, safety, and sustainability in every phase. You will be responsible for the technical and engineering aspects of assigned projects and act as a key contributor to Henkel’s sustainability agenda within the European Engineering Network.
What you´ll do
- Develop and implement European-wide sustainability concepts including energy, water, emission and resource efficiency strategies by analyzing current production processes and identify technical improvements opportunities.
- Lead and execute investment projects safely, on time, on budget, and in line with Henkel’s Project Management Framework
- Manage all technical and engineering aspects of assigned projects in the European region
- Drive all project phases — from feasibility and concept development to execution, commissioning, start-up, hand-over and project closure, including lessons learned
- Identify, assess, and mitigate potential project risks, resolving and escalating issues as appropriate
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with project stakeholders and cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and transparency
- Collaborate with internal experts and technology specialists to secure best-in-class technical solutions
- Facilitate ongoing best practice exchange between sites and the regional engineering group to strengthen sustainability knowledge and capabilities
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Industrial Chemistry
- Minimum 5 years of experience in sustainability engineering preferably in CAPEX investment projects within an industrial environment
- Strong experience in concept development, feasibility analyses, and implementing advanced sustainability technologies (renewables, heat recovery, electrification, circularity programs).
- Strong project management skills, including experience with relevant tools and methodologies
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Willingness to travel across Europe up to 50% of the time, depending on project assignments
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- 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: 26093333
Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf
Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com
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Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English. Should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company, you will be working with colleagues from all over the world, and English is our official company language. Generally, our recommendation is to please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
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Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact, it is our expectation that Henkel employees will want to grow and explore different career paths during their time with us. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and in two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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