Capital Project Engineer

Symrise • Jacksonville, FL

8h • Onsite

About The Position

AmeriTerpenes, LLC, a leading U.S.-based producer of natural terpene-based ingredients, is seeking a Capital Project Engineer to lead capital projects within its chemical, industrial, and continuous-process manufacturing environments. The company manufactures high-quality aroma and flavor ingredients derived from renewable pine-based feedstocks, serving customers across various sectors. With approximately $200 million in annual revenue and around 170 employees, AmeriTerpenes operates two integrated manufacturing facilities in Jacksonville, Florida, and Colonels Island, Georgia.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading capital projects in chemical, industrial, or continuous-process manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and deliver projects across the full lifecycle within structured stage-gate frameworks.
• Strong technical background with a deep understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning processes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels.
• Proven track record of delivering projects that are safe, compliant, and aligned with business objectives.
• Highly self-directed, organized, and capable of managing complex assignments with minimal oversight.
• Experience with project management software and tools for planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Project management and/or process improvement certifications are a plus (PMBOK,PMP, Lean Six Sigma, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Develop project charters, feasibility studies, engineering scopes, cost estimates (FEL1–FEL3), schedules, and risk registers to inform capital funding decisions.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource allocations to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Oversee design development, procurement activities, vendor qualification, and contract execution in accordance with corporate standards and governance models.
• Manage construction execution, field engineering, and contractor performance to ensure adherence to safety expectations, specifications, and project deliverables.
• Direct commissioning and start-up planning, including operational readiness, training, SOP updates, validation, and handover packages.
• Maintain full accountability for project KPIs—cost, schedule, scope, quality, and safety—through structured controls, progress reporting, and stage-gate compliance.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication between Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, SHEQ, Procurement, and Finance teams to ensure seamless execution and integration of new assets.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams through all project phases: feasibility, Front-End Loading (FEL) development, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operational handover.
• Oversee risk management, quality assurance, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, operations, contractors, and executive leadership.
• Implement and maintain structured project management methodologies and stage-gate processes to ensure project governance and alignment with organizational strategy.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports, including progress tracking, risk assessments, and recommendations for decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution, leveraging lessons learned and best practices.
• Ensure seamless transition of projects to operations, including documentation, training, and post-implementation reviews.

Benefits

• Opportunity to flourish and develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world.
• Opportunity to develop your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level