Facilities Project Engineer

Location: Schaffhausen - onsite  Switzerland 

Duration of the contract: 31st December (likely to be extended ) 

Hours per week: 80–100% - onsite role

Essential - Fluent English & German, previous experience in facilities projects, construction, GxP regulated manufacturing environment

Imagine your next project supporting the infrastructure of a world-class pharmaceutical site where your work directly impacts the environment where life-changing medicines are made.

We are looking for a motivated Facilities Project Engineer to join our team in Schaffhausen. In this role, you will be the driving force behind small to medium-scale refurbishment projects, ensuring our facilities remain state-of-the-art while operating within a highly regulated GxP environment.

roles and responsibilities 

You will be responsible for the end-to-end planning and execution of facilities construction and refurbishment projects within scope, schedule, cost, and safety targets.

This will involve:

• Plan and execute facilities construction and refurbishment projects within scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety targets

• Typical project types include office refurbishments, kitchen and canteen refurbishments, and layout changes in existing buildings due to changes in use

• Manage projects from initial scoping and basic design through execution and final handover

• Prepare project scopes, schedules, cost estimates, and execution plans

• Coordinate and supervise external contractors, craftsmen, and service providers

• Provide hands-on construction site management in active, occupied buildings

• Ensure safe execution of works in compliance with EHS, GxP, and site requirements

• Coordinate contractor activities with internal stakeholders

• Collaborate closely with Engineering, EHS, Operations, and Quality Engineering

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within Facilities Management

how to succeed 

You are a technically minded individual who thrives in a dynamic, "live" manufacturing environment and possesses the organizational skills to manage multiple moving parts.

You will also bring:

• An Engineering degree (e.g. civil, mechanical, electrical, facilities, or comparable discipline)

• Fluent German (main working language) and very good English skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• A "hands-on" mentality and comfort working on active construction sites

• Experience in construction management or refurbishment projects is preferred but not required

• Willingness to learn and develop in a regulated (GxP) manufacturing environment

• Entry-level candidates with strong technical aptitude are welcome

benefits This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 months.

you are welcome here Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days. We do not accept applications via email.

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We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.