Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us. As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

Knauf Insulation is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have a 40-year heritage in manufacturing insulation and have big plans for the future. Our global reach in 40 countries continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to join our 6000-strong team and help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. 

The expansion of the Engineering Department means we are now looking to recruit new E&I Software Project Manager in Škofja Loka, SLO and reporting to the Head of E&I.

Can you say ‘yes’?...

• Can you manage multiple projects simultaneously?
• Can you lead by example?
• Can you be a reference in E&I systems?
• Can you be a source of inspiration for your colleagues?

As E&I Software Project Manager, you'd be managing multiple projects simultaneously in a multi-cultural environment and oversee their many aspects such as: feasibility study, scope and budget, equipment technical descriptions, planning, construction and commissioning support, budget controlling and FAT/SAT organization and execution.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collaborate with mechanical engineering managers to create detailed functional descriptions for projects.
• Develop and establish operational concepts for guiding project execution.
• Maintain relationships with manufacturers and vendors to incorporate new technologies into designs.
• Review and compare bids from suppliers to choose the best options for various scopes.
• Ensure documentation accuracy for project stages, including software and manuals.
• Oversee supplier work related to electrical and instrumentation(E&I), ensuring adherence to design and standards.

What we’d love for you to have:

We are interested in you as a person: your attitude, behaviours and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.

If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:

• Master's degree in electrical engineering or any relevant filed of studies, or equivalent by experience
• Minimum 5 years' experience in E&I systems
• Fluent in English, any other language proficiency is a plus
• Deep knowledge of:
  • Industrial standards
  • Philosophy of software configuration of process control
  • Instrumentation (such as instrument index-list, I/O-list, ...)
  • Siemens Automation S7/1500, TIA
  • WINCC
  • AutoCAD
• Clearly explain design ideas
• Comfortable writing technical reports
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time
• Willing to relocate and be based in Slovenia

Your personality counts a lot for us:

• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team
• Rigorous and organized, ability to cope with deadlines
• Capability of multi-tasking, knowing how to prioritize work
• Result-oriented, focus on achieving specific, pre-determined outcomes or goals, prioritizing efficiency and effectiveness

We will provide:

As this is a central, international position, the package and associated benefits will be those of the contract's host country. Our common criterion was to build a comprehensive salary package that stands out in the market.

On top of that, a dedicated time for personal development and potential for leadership training will be provided.

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within five working days.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I) reinforces our Knauf Insulation values of Making Tomorrow a Home for all of us. We are committed to creating a workplace where we all can thrive, whoever we are, and inspiring a culture of inclusion and innovation that will drive future business success. We do our best to make sure being at work feels like home. To learn more about our business and culture go here (People & Culture - Knauf Insulation Western Europe)

If there are any other ways that you need to receive this job information, please contact us on marie.dewaele@knaufinsulation.com.