Sr. Project Engineering – Packaging Equipment – Cleveland, TN, Topeka, KS, Elizabethtown, PA, Hackettstown, NJ

The Packaging team executes all phases of packaging equipment projects building the capabilities and capacity needed to drive our business forward.  We pick up where processing ends and take the product through all phases of packaging and handling to the factory product dispatch dock doors. The technologies Involved are varied and typically begin with product delivery / distribution and extend through primary, secondary and tertiary packaging machines / systems to the finished pallet.

The Sr. Packaging Project Engineer is responsible for the design and installation of packaging equipment projects.  This role will lead all phases in the execution of a Capital Project from Business case development and technical design / solution selection to managing the physical installation, checkout, validation and start-up of the equipment.  The Project Engineer is an active member of the Engineering community, packaging engineering team, the local engineering team, and assigned project team(s).  The Project Engineer is responsible for deploying his/her engineering know-how, business knowledge and creativity to successfully design, execute and deliver projects to the business that provide a competitive advantage. 

What are we looking for?

• BS degree in Engineering; an advanced degree in Engineering or MBA considered a plus
• 4+ years’ experience in a comparable technical position - food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry preferable
• Proven track record in successfully executing capital projects of greater than $1M value.
• Demonstrated ability to safely manage consultant engineering firms as well as mechanical and electrical installation contractors in a factory environment.
• Proven deep understanding of engineering principles - knowledge of engineering disciplines: Process, Packaging, Electrical/Controls, Construction, Utilities
• Prior knowledge and experience in food safety and clean design a plus
• Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills
• 20%-50% travel requirement

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Provide innovative Packaging Engineering solutions that drive a competitive advantage
• Ensure delivery of scope, timeline, budget, and cash flow for all assigned engineering projects in accordance with the Engineering Work Process (EWP)
• Accurately scope and estimate capital projects that are technically feasible and meet business and segment plans
• Communicate and collaborate with all Stakeholders and other functions (R&D, Quality, Commercial, Finance) to ensure capital project objectives are clearly defined and achieved.
• Key member and contributor of the CVS (Commission, Validation, Start-up) Team
• Effectively monitor and improve a safe work environment

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career across Mars
• An industry competitive salary and great benefits package
• 401(k) match
• Chance to work cross functionally, and add value and impact to the business
• If you are passionate, a great problem solver, resilient and have a high drive for results, then we want to hear from you!
• Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.