The Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee (NPTC Coffee) is the leading R&D organization that discovers, develops and deploys coffee and beverage products and technologies for in-home and out-of-home consumption. It consists of units in Konolfingen (CH), Marysville (USA), Orbe (CH) and Singapore and provides new products and processes to all Nestlé markets worldwide.

Our mission – to delight the consumer wherever, whenever, however by delivering moments of genuine pleasure and indulgence - drives the need for us to attract, select and develop the right people for the right jobs throughout the value chain of our business.

Position Snapshot

Location: Orbe, Switzerland
Company: Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee
Act. Rate: 80-100%
Type of contract: Permanent contract

Start date: As soon as possible
Deadline for applications: 31.08.2025

Position Summary

As a Utilities and Sustainability Engineering Specialist, you will be responsible for defining the site-specific Net Zero Carbon roadmap. You will drive the implementation of energy and water projects for Nestlé Research & Development Orbe, focusing on process and utilities. Your expertise will contribute to reducing our environmental footprint and achieving market sustainability targets.

A Day in the Life of a Utilities and Sustainability Engineering Specialist

• Identify, prioritize, and implement energy and water reduction projects
• Monitor site energy and water consumption, reporting on results and deviations
• Create and update mappings of industrial services like steam and water
• Lead by example to promote a strong safety culture within the team
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé Environmental Requirements
• Provide technical support for process-related improvement projects
• Implement & follow up on energy and water indicators in operational reviews

What will make you successful

• University degree in mechanical, electrical, energy, chemical engineering or equivalent
• Foundational understanding of industrial services, including steam and compressed air systems
• Solid hands-on experience in your area of expertise, any experience within FMCG industry a strong plus
• Demonstrated track record of successfully deploying established technologies and solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills and project management skills, having led or being part of engineering projects as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to lead change and interact with all different levels within the organization
• Show a strong commitment to safety, product quality, and environmental standards
• Communicate effectively in English (minimum level B2) and be fluent in French

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At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win. We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day.

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