Engineering Project Engineer (M/W) (V.I.E Contract)

As a global key player in yeasts and fermentation, Lesaffre designs, manufactures and markets innovative solutions for Baking, Food taste & pleasure, Health care and Biotechnology.

Family group born in northern France in 1853, now a multi-national and a multicultural company, Lesaffre is committed to working with confidence to better nourish and protect the planet.

In close collaboration with its clients and partners, Lesaffre employs 11 000 people in nearly 80 subsidiaries based in +50 countries.

Lesaffre achieves a turnover of 3 billion euros.

Position title: VIE – Engineering Project Engineer – (M/W)

Contract duration: 24 months

Location: Jendouba, Tunisia

Desired starting date: Q1, 2026

As part of strengthening its industrial structure in Tunisia, Lesaffre is looking for a VIE Project Engineer to support and lead its development, modernization, and optimization projects for its production equipment.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, your responsibilities will include:

1) Project investment management and coordination:

• Develop and implement comprehensive investment project plans (scope, schedule, budget, resources)
• Identify new investment opportunities, conduct feasibility studies, and prepare investment proposals
• Develop recommendations for the modernization, improvement, or replacement of existing production equipment

2) Stakeholder coordination:

• Coordinate internal teams (production, purchasing, finance, etc.) and ensure effective communication with all stakeholders
• Collaborate with contractors, suppliers, and external consultants to ensure quality delivery on investment projects

3) Technical support, monitoring and continuous improvement:

• Provide technical support during construction, installation, and commissioning phases
• Participate in the evaluation and selection of new technologies, materials, and methods
• Assess project outcomes and make continuous improvement recommendations
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions

Your profile:

You have an engineering background in mechanical, civil, or industrial engineering, you are eager to apply your skills to industrial investment projects.

You have a first successful experience (1-2 years) in a factory and have already lead or contributed to investment projects.

You are familiar with project management principles and have strong organizational skills.

You are comfortable using technical tools such as AutoCAD.

You are recognized for your ability to coordinate various stakeholders and to communicate clearly, in a structured way.

You demonstrate a strong sense of initiative, autonomy, and rigor.

English language is required.

Additional information:

• All our positions are open to people with disabilities.
• To learn more about the V.I.E program and eligibility conditions, please visit the Business France website.
• Occasional travels are expected.