Refrigeration Engineer

Ref 2584583 | Date: 9 Oct 2026

Société des Produits Nestlé

The Nestlé Group is the world's largest food and beverage company with billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2019. It is present in 187 countries around the world, has 403 factories and its 291'000 employees are committed to Nestlé's purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on

Refrigeration Engineer

Location: Orbe, Switzerland
Work model: On site / Full time
Contract type / duration: CDI

Start date: to be determined

Job summary

As a Refrigeration Engineer, your mission is to provide your technical expertise to guarantee the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our industrial refrigeration installations. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with maintenance, production, industrial services, project teams, and technical partners in order to strengthen safety, compliance, and operational excellence. This key role will allow you to connect with specialists, develop your expertise, and create an impact for the factory and at the site scale.

Your impact as a Refrigeration Engineer

• Supporting CAPEX investment projects related to refrigeration, through the management of project engineering, from technical definition to commissioning and operational startup.
• Guaranteeing the compliance of industrial refrigeration installations with legal requirements, internal standards, and applicable safety rules.
• Supporting maintenance teams in the diagnosis, reliability, and continuous improvement of industrial refrigeration equipment.
• Developing the skills of field teams through clear training materials and coaching oriented towards safety, performance, and efficiency.
• Identifying improvement opportunities to strengthen installation reliability, reduce losses, and optimize operating costs.
• Strengthening a culture of prevention, collaboration, and operational excellence to aim for zero accidents, zero environmental impact, and zero loss.

What will make you successful in the role

• Holder of a degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• Bringing solid expertise in the field of industrial services, industrial refrigeration (min, 1 year), and technical equipment maintenance.
• Applying a structured problem-solving approach to analyze root causes and sustainably improve installation reliability.
• Using your technical project management skills to coordinate investments, commissioning, and equipment startups.
• Collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and technical experts to achieve concrete results.
• Communicating fluently in French and English.
• Demonstrating courage, collaboration, reactivity, and continuous learning.

At NCH, we place people at the heart of everything we do.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive set of benefits, designed to support your growth and well-being at work as well as in your personal life:

• 5 weeks of vacation
• Participation in health costs and employee assistance program for you and your family
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills
• Attractive employee discounts on everyday products and services

What to expect in our recruitment process

We are committed to providing an inclusive and respectful recruitment experience, and we are available to implement reasonable accommodations if necessary. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern facilities and procedures aimed at guaranteeing a safe environment for all.

The recruitment process generally includes an initial exchange with the recruiter, an interview with the Industrial Services Manager with case studies, then a final discussion with the Engineering Manager and an offer. We review applications as they come in and close the position as soon as a solid list of relevant candidates is identified; therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All information is handled confidentially.

Ready to contribute to our factory's performance? Apply now.

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