Production Engineer (m/f/d)

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers to make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values - trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Join us in creating a future beyond fossils!
We are now looking for a
Production Engineer (m/f/d) in Leuna, Germany.

Greetings from your future manager

„We are commissioning the world’s most advanced biorefinery in Leuna. In our state-of-the-art, fully automated production facilities, you will produce biochemicals from sustainably sourced hardwood for the manufacture of recyclable everyday products and materials. Become part of our forward-looking business area and develop your skills in an innovative and exciting working environment. UPM invests in the sustainable chemistry of tomorrow-and in you as well.“ - Falko Keck, Production Manager

What you’ll do

Act as a key technical support for the Productionteam, ensuring safe, efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality operations
Support start-up and commissioning activities, ensuring safe and effective plant performance
Optimize plant performance by troubleshooting issues, supporting unplanned events, and driving continuous improvement
Apply engineering, process safety, and HSE principles in daily activities
Collaborate closely with operators, shift leaders, and technical experts to maintain smooth and reliable operations
Monitor and analyze KPIs and operational data to identify improvement opportunities and performance gaps
Lead root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions
Maintain a strong field presence, reinforcing adherence to procedures, safety standards, and operating discipline
Drive improvements in raw material efficiency (e.g., yield, waste reduction)
Ensure compliance with permits and regulations while contributing to overall site and system optimization

Who you are

You have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Process or Chemical Engineering, preferably with first manufacturing or engineering experience, or a very good Bachelor Professional degree with at least 5 years of experience in a chemical production plant
You have strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
You have strong communication and leadership skills
Preferably, you have experience in start-up and commissioning of chemical plants
Root cause investigation skills are preferred
Lean / Six Sigma skills are an asset
You are a team player
You are fluent in German and English

This is what we offer

A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.

A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.

Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.

Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

Additional information

For further information, please contact Falko Keck, Production Manager, falko.keck@upm.com .
Please note: We will start reviewing applications and might invite candidates for interviews before the end of the application period expires.

Are you interested in this position? We look forward to receiving your online application .If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Recruitment Team in the HR Service Center ( careers@upm.com ; or +49 4963 401 1522 ).

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UPM Biochemicals produces and develops innovative and sustainable wood-based renewable chemicals for a variety of consumer-driven and industrial end applications. We offer brand owners and material producers exciting new opportunities to switch from fossil-based materials to renewables and to improve their environmental performance.

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