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: August 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 equipme

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

Occasional travels are expected ✈️

👀 Who we’re looking for :

• Engineering background in mechanical, civil, or industrial engineering, you are eager to apply your skills to industrial investment projects.
• A first successful experience (1-2 years) in a factory and have already lead or contributed to investment projects.

Skills required:

• Familiar with project management principles & strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable using technical tools such as AutoCAD.
• Ability to coordinate various stakeholders and to communicate clearly, in a structured way.
• Strong sense of initiative, autonomy, and rigor.
• Fluent in English.

V.I.E – Eligibility

• Age: 18–28 years old
• Citizenship: EU or EEA country
• Never completed a V.I.E before

ℹ️To learn more about the V.I.E program and eligibility conditions, please visit the Business France website: Mon Volontariat International - official VIE | VIA web site

[Diversity & Inclusion]: At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.