Project Transformation Engineer (d/f/m) - Job Sharing & Part-Time possible

Infrastructure Services Engineering General Services Germany, Düsseldorf, North Rhine Westphalia Full Time Regular
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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

Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com

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À propos de Henkel

En nous appuyant sur un solide héritage de près de 150 ans, nous ouvrons la voie pour réimaginer et améliorer la vie au quotidien. Aujourd'hui et pour les générations à venir. Grâce à des marques et des technologies innovantes et durables, et grâce à nos équipes dans le monde entier. Henkel détient des positions de leader dans les activités industrielles et grand public : Notre portefeuille comprend des produits de soins capillaires, des cosmétiques, des lessives, des adoucissant ainsi que des adhésifs, des produits d'étanchéité et des revêtements fonctionnels renommés.

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FAQ

Oui – il vous suffit de compléter votre profil en ligne. Vous pourrez ensuite postuler pour plusieurs postes.

Oui, s'il vous plaît. Henkel étant un groupe international, vous travaillerez avec des collègues issus du monde entier. L'anglais est la langue officielle de notre groupe. En règle générale, il est conseillé de postuler dans la langue de l'offre.

Chaque poste à pourvoir est unique, et mener à bien le processus est important pour vous comme pour nous. Nous voulons être sûrs que nous travaillerons bien ensemble. Nous fournirons des retours aux candidats tout au long du processus.

Oui, c'est même une caractéristique de Henkel : nos employés sont polyvalents et mobiles. Cela contribue à la grande réussite mondiale de notre entreprise.

Notre philosophie « Triple two » va dans ce sens : vous pourrez acquérir une expérience dans au moins deux fonctions, deux pays différents et deux secteurs d'activités. Nous appliquons cette philosophie car nous pensons qu'occuper différents postes, dans différents domaines et dans nos différentes branches est bénéfique pour votre évolution personnelle et vous permet de mieux comprendre Henkel en tant qu'entreprise mondiale.

Vous trouverez ici des informations complémentaires sur nos programmes de formation.

L'équipe de recrutement répond à toutes les demandes concernant les candidatures. Contactez l'équipe ici.