Project Engineer II

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Livingston, CA, USA
In-Office
Food
The Role

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we are better with you.  

We are looking for a Project Engineer II to join our team and support the Agricultural Ingredients business in Livingston, California.  You will report directly to the Engineering Manager and provide expertise in the design, modification, construction, and startup of capital projects for Sensient Agricultural Ingredients. You’ll assist in trouble shooting equipment and process problems. Coordinate the work of outside engineering firms or contractors working on Sensient projects. Approximately 10% travel.

What you’ll do:  

  • Develop, engineer, implement and monitor all aspects of projects including timelines
  • Manage various trades during projects, as assigned, to ensure proper building construction and installation of equipment occurs on schedule
  • Perform preliminary engineering for the various departments by concepting solutions and designing modifications to existing buildings, equipment, and processes. This includes equipment sizing, equipment arrangements and alternates, control systems, and equipment cost estimates and quotes
  • Assume project manager responsibilities, when assigned, for capital projects while responsible for designing and installation requirements for new processes or modifications to existing processes.

What you’ll bring:

  • 3+ years of engineering experience within a manufacturing facility
  • Prior CapEx experience, preferably in a lead role 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – preferred Chemical or Mechanical 
  • Working knowledge of drafting tools such as AutoCAD and AutoCad Inventor
  • Working knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models

What you’ll get:

  • An excellent salary, benefit offering, and development opportunities to include 401(k), stock purchase plans and more 
  • A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
  • To be part of a highly professional, industry leading global organization
  • An ability to make a direct impact on the transformation of one of the largest lines of business
  • An excellent salary, benefit offering, and development opportunities to include 401(k), stock purchase plans and more 
  • A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond

About Sensient
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Agricultural Ingredients 
Sensient Agricultural Ingredients is one of the largest producers and distributors in the world of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery, and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today's popular convenience foods. The Agricultural Ingredients unit is located in Livingston, California.

The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000.  Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions.  In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the US without the need for employment visa sponsorship. 
RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Livingston, California and must reside in the area or be willing to commute. 
THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.

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Sensient Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sensient Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Sensient Technologies.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Fair pay is frequently highlighted as aligning well with job responsibilities, and base compensation is often framed as competitive for the industry. The overall package is commonly characterized as good when considering pay together with benefits.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance are consistently described as comprehensive, with day-one eligibility and strong employer premium cost-sharing noted for U.S. salaried employees. Low premiums are repeatedly emphasized as a differentiator in the health offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is reinforced by a 401(k) match with immediate vesting and the presence of additional retirement vehicles such as an ESOP, with certain locations also referencing pension arrangements. This stack is presented as a meaningful component of total rewards beyond base salary.

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3,065 Employees

What We Do

We Bring Life to Products. Our name communicates what we do: Enhance SENSory experiences through specialized ingredIENTs, delivered through proprietary TECHNOLOGIES. Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, essential oils and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, colors, natural ingredients, and extracts. The Company’s customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world’s best-known brands. Sensient has some 75 operational sites in 35 countries and customers in more than 150 countries worldwide. Learn more about how Sensient can help you discover your next color, flavor and specialty solutions at www.sensient.com

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