Project Engineer

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At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestle means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

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Position Summary

The Project Engineer role is responsible for handlingthe introduction of new fixed assets into the company. This could involve the relocation and optimizing of the existing fixed asset base and/or the purchase of new fixed assets. It may extend from the initial conceptual studies through to project closeout.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support and encourage clear and open communication between the team members and related stakeholders, e.g. site and market management, Product Technology Center (PTC), CO Engineering, CT Packaging and the Strategic Busines Unit (SBU)
• Ensure that the requirements of the client are maintained at all times in accordance with the business needs
• Ensure that all projects are designed for the long term and result in a positive impact on the company ROIC
• Ensure that design is directed towards a low cost, highly efficient and flexible operation
• Ensure safe work sites at all times and installations that are easy to operate, clean and maintain as well as guaranteeing after commissioning the safe, consistent manufacture/distribution of quality products
• Ensure that when working with external engineering services, contractors, suppliers etc. that the scope, deliverables, performance and milestones are clearly detailed and agreed up front
• Ensure that a progress report is prepared for all projects on a monthly basis
• Ensure that the project scope is achieved within the agreed cost and timing
• Ensure that the operators, mechanics, electricians etc. are effectively trained and that the transfer of the equipment to the client is both smooth and efficient. This includes all the supporting documentation that will be required by the client to operate and maintain the plant. e.g. operating instructions, equipment manuals, plant layouts, maintenance instructions, spare parts listing etc
• Complete a final report on all projects and ensure that this is circulated to the key stakeholders

Qualifications:

(BA/BS) in Engineering Field. (Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering)or equivalent experience and minimum 3 years of related work experience

• Strong technical, managerial and leadership skills in Project Engineering/Management
• Knowledge of plant design andconstruction
• Knowledge of food safety, regulatory requirements for food safety and equipment
• Understanding of financial analysis and relevant business drivers
• Understand ofCAPEX budgeting and preparation processes
• Proficiency in Capital Investment Approval & Tracking (CIAT) tool
• Ability to travel 10-15%

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