Project Engineer

In a nutshell

As a Project Engineer in the Equipment team at Picnic, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and optimizing our supply chain infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for designing, sourcing, and implementing custom-built equipment that enhances operational efficiency and safety across our Fulfilment Centers and logistics network. By deeply understanding operational challenges, you’ll develop innovative solutions, negotiate large-scale purchases, and ensure seamless execution. This role is perfect for someone who is analytical, technically skilled, and passionate about building and continuous improvement.

Tricks of the trade

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  Develop cutting-edge solutions: Design and implement custom equipment to improve efficiency and safety in our logistics and fulfilment operations.

  
  


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  Enhance operational performance: Address challenges such as tailgate safety, charging infrastructure, and packaging improvements to streamline processes.

  
  


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  Lead high-impact projects: Take ownership of initiatives like frozen tote innovation, automated bagging solutions, and improved monitoring systems.

  
  


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  Negotiate and procure strategically: Manage high-value equipment purchases to optimize costs and ensure long-term operational success.

  
  


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  Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with operations, procurement, and technical teams to drive seamless implementation.

  
  


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  Use data to drive decisions: Analyse operational data, test prototypes, and iterate on designs to enhance supply chain performance.

  
  

We’re looking for

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  Finished HBO or Master’s degree, preferably in a technical or engineering discipline

  
  


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  0-3 years of experience in project or engineering management

  
  


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  Fluency in English and preferably Dutch, French and/or German

  
  


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  Independent, communicative, and confident personality

  
  


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  You are very driven and always want to improve processes

  
  


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  You are operational and have a hands-on mentality 

  
  


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  Willingness to travel to different locations across the Netherlands, Germany & France

  
  

Picnic Perks

🥗Fresh Lunch, coffee, and snacks 

Our offices are equipped with fully-fledged coffee bars and a kitchen and chefs. They prepare delicious fresh and warm lunches every day so you can keep your energy up.

🚵🏼Health insurance discount & bike plan

We have a partnership with CZ (a health insurance provider). Picnic employees get a discount on CZ insurance packages between 5% and 15%. Furthermore, through our partnership with Lease a Bike, you can rent-to-own a new (e)bike at a discounted rate

🌍Relocation

If you’re moving from another country to join Picnic we make it as smooth as possible for you. We’ll cover your flight costs for you and your partner and kids, your first month's rent and moving costs (up to €2000), and help you with the 30% tax ruling setup and application. 

✍🏼Learning & development 

You’ll get ample opportunity to work on yourself at Picnic. We offer personal development through Lepaya courses, Academy trainings, and more. Interested in improving your mental wellbeing? Through OpenUp you get free access to trained psychologists and many courses. 

All the rest 

At Picnic you get 25 holidays, we cover your travel expenses and offer a pension plan. And your phone and laptop are on us, as well.