Symrise is a integral supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients, as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, the pharmaceutical industry, and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.

The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, operates in more than 100 locations across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the United States, and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that are an essential part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.

About the Role At Symrise, we are looking for a Project Engineer to lead and coordinate the successful execution of engineering projects across our production site.

In this role, you will ensure the planning, design, installation, and delivery of industrial systems and equipment, aligning technical solutions with business needs, safety standards, and operational excellence.

This position requires a solid engineering foundation, ideally with a background in Chemical Engineering, enabling you to understand production processes, equipment behavior, and technical constraints within a manufacturing environment.

You will act as a key interface between engineering, operations, suppliers, and project stakeholders, contributing directly to the efficiency, reliability, and long-term performance of our installations.

Project Management & Execution

Manage the full lifecycle of projects, from planning to execution and final delivery





Coordinate activities across commercial, technical, logistical, and commissioning phases

Contribute to project portfolio management and budgeting, handling multiple projects simultaneously

Engineering & Technical Expertise

Perform technical calculations (mechanical and thermodynamic)

related to production equipment

Oversee the installation of equipment and piping systems within production areas

Ensure all solutions comply with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements

Procurement & Equipment Management

Define and validate technical specifications for equipment and materials

Support procurement processes to ensure optimal technical and cost-effective solutions

Site Coordination & Operations

Coordinate installation and engineering activities with different plant departments

Support engineering and maintenance activities across the site

Monitor project progress and escalate any risks or non-conformities

External Partners Management

Supervise and manage contractors and suppliers , ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and technical standards

Contribute to improving operational reliability, energy efficiency, and cost optimization





Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site

About you

Degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical, Electrical, or related fields

Experience or strong interest in project management within industrial or manufacturing environments

Good understanding of production processes and industrial equipment, ideally within chemical, food, fragrance, or similar sectors

Experience in multidisciplinary projects

Knowledge of SAP or similar systems is a plus

Familiarity with food safety, GMP, or industrial standards is considered an asset

Strong coordination, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams

Proactive mindset, with a drive for continuous improvement and operational excellence

Our offer At Symrise, you will also have the opportunity to grow professionally and take part in inspiring experiences that contribute to the well-being of millions of people in more than 160 countries. With people at the center of everything we do, we foster an environment that drives our above-market growth and makes Symrise an exceptional place to develop your career.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

📌 Project Engineer (m,w,d) (Madrid)
🏢 Symrise
📍 Madrid