We are looking for a Project Engineer – Modernization to join our French (La Chapelle‐sur‐Erdre) or Italian (Conegliano) office and strengthen our Catering Systems Division. As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high‐quality technical solutions for catering system modernization projects in the cruise and shipbuilding industry. You will be at the heart of the project lifecycle – from order intake through design, delivery, installation, and warranty – ensuring that engineering solutions meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and ALMACO quality standards. This role suits an engineer who enjoys technical ownership, coordination, and problem‐solving in an international project environment, and who likes to see designs turn into real, installed solutions.
What you'll be responsible for
Project design & engineering leadership
Lead and contribute to engineering and design activities in catering modernization projects.
Support technical decision‐making together with the Project Manager.
Ensure design solutions comply with contractual requirements, regulations, ISO standards, and ALMACO guidelines.
Actively participate in continuous improvement and quality development.
Planning, estimation & follow‐up
Prepare and monitor engineering schedules, task breakdowns, and resource plans.
Support Sales & Estimation with technical input and cost calculations.
Take responsibility for design estimations and engineering budgets.
Maintain clear and structured follow‐up documentation for project reporting.
Technical coordination & communication
Coordinate and guide the daily work of the project design team.
Review drawings and documentation from customers, suppliers, and subcontractors, proposing corrective actions when needed.
Ensure smooth technical communication with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Organize and participate in internal and external technical meetings.
Documentation & compliance
Ensure all design documentation (drawings, s