Scope:
The Sr. Project Engineer will support manufacturing operations with the introduction of new processing, packaging or facility fixed capital assets. Identify, develop and implement process improvements. He or She will also serve as a technical resource for designing and implementing technical solutions. Accountable for timely delivery of project engineering deliverables in a multi-functional environment. This could involve the relocation and optimization of the existing fixed asset base and/or the purchase of new fixed assets.
Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:
- Managing capital projects from initiation to delivery utilizing engineering project management processes and procedures
- Adhering to regulations, industry best practices, and company engineering standards.
- Ensuring the successful completion of all project phases; Initiating, Planning, Executing, Controlling, & Closing.
- Develop and manage Resource Plans throughout the project lifetime.
- Develop and manage Communication Plans with all stakeholders throughout the lifetime of the project.
- Develop and manage Budget & Cost plans throughout the project lifetime.
- Providing technical solutions, design support, and equipment troubleshooting assistance to operations.
- Recommending and implementing continuous improvement projects and developing the necessary justifications and return on investment to drive these improvements.
- Developing knowledge mastery in new systems to train and coach plant engineers and maintenance staff with thorough transfer of knowledge and documentations.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced and dynamic manner with quick response to change of direction.
- Proposing and implementing work processes, procedures and technical resources in accordance with the Engineering Policy.
Qualifications:
- BS Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical.
- Minimum 8 - 10 years Project Engineering or Management Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting with experience in Food & Beverage, or Pharma manufacturing.
- Strong experience in capital project management utilizing standards and projects delivery through Initiation, planning, and execution.
- Skilled in developing DQ, FAT, CQV, Ramp up analysis, and other project management protocols.
- PE or SrPE, plus PMP certification preferred.
- Proficient in MS Office especially Excel and Microsoft Project, and ability to use CAD to develop and edit system designs and machine layouts. Ability to read electrical schematics, P&ID, construction drawings, and other technical documents.
- Demonstrated successful experience in a beverage, aseptic and/or food manufacturing environment.
- Understanding of financial analysis, relevant business KPI’s and CAPEX budgeting preparation and tracking within approved budgets.
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
- Must be able to work seated using a computer and phone for long periods of time.
- Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend
- Must possess visual acuity to document company records
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Lifting up to 40 pounds
Skills Required
- BS Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 8 - 10 years Project Engineering or Management Experience in manufacturing
- Experience in Food & Beverage or Pharma manufacturing
- Strong experience in capital project management
- Skilled in developing DQ, FAT, CQV, Ramp up analysis
- PE or SrPE, plus PMP certification preferred
- Proficient in MS Office, Microsoft Project, and CAD
- Ability to read electrical schematics, P&ID, and construction drawings
- Demonstrated experience in a beverage or food manufacturing environment
- Understanding of financial analysis and CAPEX budgeting
What We Do
Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. Simply put, we make coffee, tea and water taste better. Our portfolio includes a variety of branded, licensed and private label products within multiple categories. We also provide strategic co-manufactured partnerships with many category leaders. On the branded side of the business, we manufacture and market SPLENDA®, the #1 brand in the low-calorie sweetener (LCS) category and the most recognizable in the world. And we’re leading the charge in the quickly emerging cold brew coffee category with JAVA HOUSE® Authentic Cold Brew Coffee, our 100% authentic cold brew handcrafted in small batches. In addition, we are the leading provider of private label sweeteners and liquid water enhancers in the U.S. Our products are distributed throughout North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. We employ over 1,200 people worldwide.
