Production Engineer (m/f/d)

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers to make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Join us in creating a future beyond fossils!

We are now looking for a

Production Engineer (m/f/d) in Leuna, Germany.

Greetings from your future manager

„We are commissioning the world's most advanced biorefinery in Leuna. In our state-of-the-art, fully automated production facilities, you will produce biochemicals from sustainably sourced hardwood for the manufacture of recyclable everyday products and materials. Become part of our forward-looking business area and develop your skills in an innovative and exciting working environment. UPM invests in the sustainable chemistry of tomorrow—and in you as well.“ – Falko Keck, Production Manager

• Act as a key technical support for the Productionteam, ensuring safe, efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality operations
• Support start-up and commissioning activities, ensuring safe and effective plant performance
• Optimize plant performance by troubleshooting issues, supporting unplanned events, and driving continuous improvement
• Apply engineering, process safety, and HSE principles in daily activities
• Collaborate closely with operators, shift leaders, and technical experts to maintain smooth and reliable operations
• Monitor and analyze KPIs and operational data to identify improvement opportunities and performance gaps
• Lead root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain a strong field presence, reinforcing adherence to procedures, safety standards, and operating discipline
• Drive improvements in raw material efficiency (e.g., yield, waste reduction)
• Ensure compliance with permits and regulations while contributing to overall site and system optimization

• You have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Process or Chemical Engineering, preferably with first manufacturing or engineering experience, or a very good Bachelor Professional degree with at least 5 years of experience in a chemical production plant
• You have strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• You have strong communication and leadership skills
• Preferably, you have experience in start-up and commissioning of chemical plants
• Root cause investigation skills are preferred
• Lean / Six Sigma skills are an asset
• You are a team player
• You are fluent in German and English

A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.

A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.

Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.

Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.