Engineering Lead MCCS

Kraft Heinz • Chicago, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lead capital projects through the full project lifecycle, including front end development, cost estimating, execution, commissioning, startup and project close out. Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, efficiency and lifecycle cost. Completes specific phases or aspects of the project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans and product testing. Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems. Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget. Creates detailed technical scope and equipment bid documents in collaborations with R&D, Quality, Operations, and other cross-functional teams as applicable. Prepares interim and completion project reports for both technical and stakeholder audiences. Provide functional and technical support to the factories to minimize production and maintenance problems. Apply engineering expertise to equipment design, problem solving, and quality improvement. Support PRC and key support projects as technical advisor or project manager. In every activity, use the principles of TQM “To do the job right the first time” This includes establishing requirements and the process maps necessary to meet the customer’s requirements and all things done right the first time.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school or related field
• 5-7 years of experience of full cycle project management experience
• Experience in capital project governance, vendor management, project scheduling, risk management, leadership, communication, and experience managing multiple concurrent capital projects across several sites.
• Strong background in mechanical and hydraulic systems, packaging methods, and materials, electronics and computer applications, and electrical systems.
• Ability to work to flexible schedule including days, afternoons, midnights, and overtime as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to Direct/Lead/Manage cross functional teams on large capital project/programs of $20MM or more.
• Traveling up to 50 %

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects through the full project lifecycle, including front end development, cost estimating, execution, commissioning, startup and project close out.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, efficiency and lifecycle cost.
• Completes specific phases or aspects of the project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans and product testing.
• Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.
• Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
• Creates detailed technical scope and equipment bid documents in collaborations with R&D, Quality, Operations, and other cross-functional teams as applicable.
• Prepares interim and completion project reports for both technical and stakeholder audiences.
• Provide functional and technical support to the factories to minimize production and maintenance problems.
• Apply engineering expertise to equipment design, problem solving, and quality improvement.
• Support PRC and key support projects as technical advisor or project manager.
• Use the principles of TQM “To do the job right the first time” This includes establishing requirements and the process maps necessary to meet the customer’s requirements and all things done right the first time.

Benefits

• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
• Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

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