Ice Cream Project Engineer

Life tastes better with ice cream

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry. 
 

We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference. 

What truly sets us apart is how we work. 

We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done. 

We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better. 

Terms: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified as part of the hiring process. 
THE ROLE:
The Magnum Ice Cream Company is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the execution of capital projects that support the growth, modernization, and operational excellence of our Covington manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for managing projects from concept development through startup, ensuring investments deliver improvements in safety, quality, reliability, efficiency, and capacity.

The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the engineering team, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to implement innovative solutions, modernize manufacturing processes, and support the site's long-term capital strategy.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Lead capital investment projects (CAPEX Projects) from concept, design, and approval through construction, commissioning, and operational handoff.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and business justifications while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, Supply Chain, and other functional teams to identify and implement engineering solutions that drive business results.
• Manage contractors, equipment suppliers, engineering firms, and other external partners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support equipment modernization, facility upgrades, process improvements, and manufacturing expansion initiatives.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and safety expectations.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, validation, and startup activities to ensure successful project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the site's long-term capital and automation roadmap.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of engineering or Project Management related experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects from conception through startup and handoff.
• Experience with project budgeting, scheduling, contractor management, and commissioning activities.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO

• Experience in food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), FMCG, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience with automation, controls, PLCs, HMIs, robotics, or digital manufacturing technologies.
• Experience leading medium-to-large capital projects involving equipment installation, process improvements, or facility expansions.
• Knowledge of manufacturing reliability, process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working within highly regulated environments with strong safety and quality standards.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€7.9 bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. ​ 

• Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast tracked growth. ​ 

• A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact.​ 

• A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments. 

 
Pay: The pay range for this position is $88,600 to $133,000. The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. 
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible. 
Benefits: TMICC employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverage for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could! 

You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

• Roles with real accountability and visible impact

• Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done

• Continuous learning and development as the business grows

• Reward linked to performance and contribution.

Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?

If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps. 

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.

Additional information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.   
Disclaimer 
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.