You are just a few steps
away from a new position

Solution Architect - A

  • Czech Republic
  • By agreement
  • Full time
  • English (B2) and Czech (B2)

The Solution Architect is responsible for designing and managing process and automation solutions during the proposal/bid phase, serving as the technical counterpart to the Lead Engineer in project execution. They deliver process and mechanical design outputs (e.g., PFDs, mass balances, P&IDs) and manage the full technical scope of bids or assigned project portions.

What is it about?

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze customer RFQs and requirements to propose technically and cost-effectively viable process solutions.
  • Act as the primary technical and process interface for customers and internal teams.
  • Lead cross-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure outputs meet timeline, quality, and budget requirements.
  • Align proposal technical scope with customer RFQs and define/propose KPIs to measure solution performance.
  • Consolidate engineering hour estimates, propose execution strategies, and collaborate with regional engineering heads and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate solution designs from various technical domains and key suppliers (e.g., tanks, powder handling, filling lines).
  • Actively manage proposal/project teams to adhere to bid schedules and internal standards.
  • Own the solution design throughout the project lifecycle, adapting to changing requirements.
  • Ensure designs comply with legislation, standards, and internal references (e.g., EU Machinery Directive).
  • Oversee completeness and consistency of documentation (P&IDs, layouts, utility requirements, product losses, automation architecture, SCADA, MES, etc.).
  • Define and manage interfaces between subsystems and external parties.
  • Organize and lead technical and project meetings (internal and customer-facing) per internal processes.
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain on specifications and supplier quote evaluations for key equipment.
  • Support solution costing, verify scope/budget consistency, and identify technical savings opportunities.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement, standardization, best practice sharing, and "lessons learned" documentation.

Who are we looking for?

Required Knowledge and Skills

  • Excellent command of English, both spoken and written.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to present technical solutions to customers.
  • Capability to work in global, matrixed teams with high attention to accuracy and detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Experience building customer trust and "selling" proposed solutions.
  • Analytical and problem-solving mindset, initiative, and independent working ability.
  • Ethical approach, integrity, and high performance in team settings.

Education and Experience

  • University degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., process, mechanical, electrical).
  • Experience in design and execution of solutions in hygienic industries (food, beverage, pharma, etc.).
  • Experience leading technical teams is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Experience with planning tools (e.g., MS Project) and AutoCAD is a plus.
  • Valid driver's license is strongly preferred; willingness to travel (up to 30%, including internationally).

Why is this position attractive?

  • Motivating financial remuneration.
  • Annual bonus of 10% of gross annual salary.
  • Option to work from home.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Permanent contract.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with experts in the field.
  • Friendly and supportive work team.
  • 25 days of vacation, 3 sick days.
  • Contribution to pension or life insurance.
  • CZK 3,800 contribution to cafeteria for leisure activities or Multisport card.
  • Meal vouchers worth CZK 88 (55% of CZK 160/day) in the form of a meal allowance included in your salary.
  • LinkedIn license for individual personal and professional development.
  • SAFETURE travel insurance for business trips.
  • Parking spaces in the underground garage – paid for by the employer.
  • Lockable room for storing bicycles and scooters – paid for by the employer.
  • Employee Assistance Program – assistance in difficult life situations.
  • The company values length of service (5, 10, 15, 20, 25 years).

Contact

Barbora Hatiarová
+420 777 814 902

Does that sound interesting?

Fill out the form below and our recruiter will contact you to discuss the details of this position.

(optional)
Do you want to be sure you won't miss any job offers?
By submitting, you agree to the terms and conditions.
We will process your personal data in accordance with our personal data privacy policy. We are joint controllers together with other companies.