Nestlé · 16 hours ago
Project Engineer
Schaumburg, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$97K/yr - $117K/yr
3+ years expNestlé is a leading food and beverage company known for its beloved brands like DiGiorno and Coffee mate. The Project Engineer will provide technical leadership in executing capital projects for the Plant, ensuring adherence to project deliverables and coordinating with various stakeholders.
CoffeeCosmeticsDairyFood and BeverageWater
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in development of pre-project approval documents including project charter, project management plan, project kick start, estimate and milestone schedule creation
Monitor design progress and deliverables are met in adherence to established project key components
Receive design details from design team with full understanding of project deliverables to coordinate bid package development and release for construction bidding and field execution
Select contractors and contracting methods based on engineering ways of working methodology
Direct and execute installation, construction, and commissioning of assigned projects
Manage adherence to project scope and secure approvals for all changes in projects based on engineering ways of working methodology
Manage and control project budget providing cost forecasts and cash flow projections through development of project cost and status reports on at least a monthly basis or as requested by project stakeholders
Manage and maintain project milestone schedules with integrated detailed scheduling as agreed upon in the project charter
Manage data collection and feedback process for projects
Monitors processes for compliance with quality and GMP requirements in accordance with FDA and OSHA regulations
Provide construction management and plant startup assistance as needed to ensure successful project execution
Evaluate, select, and issue contracts for construction firms through bidding and prequalification vetting processes
Provide self-directed project management of assigned projects from end to end with minimal supervision from department manager
Monitor work output from less senior engineers on the project team as assigned by the department manager
Provide technical support to Factory operations
Will support and participate in Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) as a part of their job responsibility within the Business Unit or assigned factory
Responsible for ensuring that one exhibits an attitude of absolute intolerance for unsafe situations and never implement any change, whether directly instructed to, or under your own initiative, without first questioning its impact in relation to product safety/quality, people safety and the environment. No compromises will be tolerated
Qualification
Required
Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 3 years of related work experience
Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
Ability to analyze data
Ability to using problem solving techniques to resolve issues and implement change
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to complete major projects in a manufacturing environment
Ability to schedule resources effectively so continuous improvement is not sacrificed for day to day results
Additional consideration for those that are considered subject matter experts in a particular field of engineering (process, packaging, refrigeration, etc.)
Preferred
3+ years experience managing capital projects with increasing responsibility and complexity in a manufacturing, industrial, military, or related environment
3+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, military, or related environment
Experience using SAP and/or Microsoft Project
TPM experience
Benefits
401k with company match
Healthcare coverage
Performance-based incentives
Competitive total rewards package
Company
Nestlé
As the world’s largest food and beverage company we are driven by a simple aim: unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2003-03-14IPO
Leadership Team
Jeff Hamilton
Executive Vice President & CEO of Zone Americas at Nestlé
Martial Rolland
CEO Nestle Russia and Eurasia
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