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
Develop cutting-edge solutions: Design and implement custom equipment to improve efficiency and safety in our logistics and fulfilment operations.
Enhance operational performance: Address challenges such as tailgate safety, charging infrastructure, and packaging improvements to streamline processes.
Lead high-impact projects: Take ownership of initiatives like frozen tote innovation, automated bagging solutions, and improved monitoring systems.
Negotiate and procure strategically: Manage high-value equipment purchases to optimize costs and ensure long-term operational success.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with operations, procurement, and technical teams to drive seamless implementation.
Use data to drive decisions: Analyse operational data, test prototypes, and iterate on designs to enhance supply chain performance.
We’re looking for
Finished HBO or Master’s degree, preferably in a technical or engineering discipline
0-3 years of experience in project or engineering management
Fluency in English and preferably Dutch, French and/or German
Independent, communicative, and confident personality
You are very driven and always want to improve processes
You are operational and have a hands-on mentality
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.
A bit about us
When you join Picnic, you’re joining the shopping revolution, delivering groceries to millions of people across Europe, and we’re growing fast. Think super fresh products and personal service, but in a modern, sustainable way. And we’re the only ones in the world doing it all by ourselves. From our fully automated fulfillment centre to delivery algorithms and marketing campaigns: we do it all in-house. Our team consists of 85+ nationalities and we’re always looking for new talent. Ready for the ride?
Recruitment Process
CV Screening
Phone Screening
Online test
Interviews
Assessment day
Closing interview
Commitment to equal opportunities
Picnic is an equal opportunity employer—this means that all decisions regarding applications will be based on qualifications and merit. Applicants will be regarded independently of age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, skin color, civil status, religious beliefs, physical or mental disability, or any other factors protected by law.
At Picnic, we celebrate and value our differences and are committed to building a safe and inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves.
