CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.
What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.
We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented Project Engineer to join our Supply Chain Engineering team. In this role, you will lead capital equipment and facility improvement projects that drive operational excellence, safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction across our manufacturing and supply chain network.
You will partner closely with Operations, Safety, Quality, Finance, and Engineering teams to manage projects from concept through execution, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and according to performance expectations. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining technical expertise with project leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do- Lead capital equipment and facility improvement projects from planning through implementation.
- Develop project scopes, equipment layouts, timelines, budgets, and business justifications.
- Prepare capital expenditure requests and support project approval processes.
- Manage project execution activities, including:
- Vendor selection and contractor management
- Request for proposal (RFP) and quote processes
- Purchase order creation and tracking
- Equipment installation, commissioning, and startup
- Collaborate with Operations, Safety, and Quality teams to ensure projects align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure safe work practices are followed by employees, contractors, and suppliers throughout project execution.
- Track, monitor, and communicate project progress, costs, risks, and milestones.
- Coordinate equipment and process training for plant personnel as needed.
- Ensure successful project closeout, including documentation, as-built drawings, maintenance manuals, and spare parts inventories.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
Key performance indicators for this role include:
- Successful delivery of capital projects on schedule and within budget
- Cost savings and operational efficiency improvements
- Enhanced safety performance and injury reduction initiatives
- High levels of customer and stakeholder satisfaction
- Improved equipment reliability and operational performance
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- 3 to 5 years of Project Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Project Management experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment.
- Project Management certification or formal project management training.
- Experience within manufacturing, material handling, logistics, or supply chain operations.
- Experience working with capital equipment projects.
- Bilingual English/Spanish capabilities.
Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly valued:
- Project management tools such as Microsoft Project
- AutoCAD or other 2D CAD software
- Conveyor systems and material handling equipment
- Robotics and industrial automation systems
- Industrial electrical systems, process piping, and machine safeguarding
- Capital investment analysis, including ROI, IRR, and NPV methodologies
- Budget management and capital expenditure planning
- Root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
- 3 to 5 years of Project Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Project Management experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment
- Project Management certification or formal project management training
- Experience in manufacturing, material handling, logistics, or supply chain operations
- Experience with capital equipment projects
- Bilingual English and Spanish capabilities
- Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project
- Experience with AutoCAD or other 2D CAD software
- Experience with conveyor systems and material handling equipment
- Experience with robotics and industrial automation systems
- Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, process piping, and machine safeguarding
- Knowledge of capital investment analysis using ROI, IRR, and NPV methodologies
- Budget management and capital expenditure planning experience
- Root cause analysis and problem-solving experience
CHEP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CHEP and has not been reviewed or approved by CHEP.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) employer match is portrayed as competitive and supportive of long‑term savings. Retirement programs are frequently positioned as a strong part of the total rewards package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — The Brambles MyShare plan offers company‑matched share purchases after a holding period, enhancing long‑term wealth potential. This structure can be particularly valuable for those planning to stay through the match cycle.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time are consistently highlighted as strengths, with PTO often increasing with tenure. Time‑off programs are described as solid compared with typical offerings.
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What We Do
CHEP is a global leader in managed, returnable and reusable packaging solutions, serving many of the world's largest companies in sectors such as consumer goods, fresh produce, beverage and automotive. CHEP’s service is environmentally sustainable and increases efficiency for customers while reducing operating risk and product damage. CHEP’s 7,500-plus employees and 300 million pallets and containers offer unbeatable coverage and exceptional value, supporting more than 500,000 customer touch-points in 49 countries. Our customer portfolio includes global companies and brands such as Procter & Gamble, Sysco, Kellogg's, Kraft, Nestlé, Ford and GM. CHEP is part of Brambles Limited. For more information, visit www.chep.com. Reliability. Flexibility. The success of your business depends on both. With CHEP, you can be confident that you’ll get the equipment you need, when and where you need it. Our scale is unmatched, with more than 110 million pallets and over 530 service centers across North America. So you no longer need to worry about seasonal peaks or unexpectedly high demand. With our broad array of solutions and our pragmatic, roll-up-your-sleeves know-how, we give our consumer goods customers the platforms, the quality, the supply and the support they need to make more money on every unit load. Because everything just works better.
