Project Engineer (Film Coating Operation) Leverkusen | Projektingenieur:in (m/w/d) Folienbeschichtungsbetrieb Leverkusen - mit Gehaltsangabe
Covestro Deutschland AG
Job Summary
This Project Engineer role in Leverkusen focuses on upgrading and ensuring the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of the Film Coating Plant (FCP), particularly supporting the growing demand for holographic light-guiding films. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and executing self-managed projects (FEL3 + Execution), coordinating internal aspects of external projects, and contributing to concept development (FEL1) and scope definition (FEL2A). Key responsibilities include ensuring technical compliance with safety regulations and legal requirements, managing project costs, and supporting continuous technological improvement across operations. The role requires a university degree in engineering (Process, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Chemical) and extensive experience (5+ years) in engineering, maintenance, or production within the chemical or a comparable industry, paired with strong project management and leadership skills. This position offers an attractive starting salary between €77,600 and €93,900 per year plus a variable component.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (Bachelor, Master) in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or comparable field
Experience
- 5+ years in Engineering, Maintenance, and/or Production
- Experience in project participation or leadership roles in projects and/or turnarounds in the chemical or comparable industry
- In-depth knowledge of technical best practices, standards, processes, tools, and systems for plant construction and maintenance
- Project management experience
Languages
Additional
- Located in Leverkusen, Germany
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