Principal Engineer, Capital Projects

Chobani • Twin Falls, ID

90d • $140,000 - $210,000

About The Position

A Principal Engineer, Capital Projects within the Global Engineering and Project Management team. This critical leadership position is responsible for leading and execution of strategic capital projects within Chobani’s Global Supply Chain manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate has a strong Industrial space background with responsibilities in a large global engineering team ranging from mechanical and electrical designs to software layer to deliver full sub-system capabilities. The team of professionals reporting to the role need to work cross-functionally, with both internal teams and external vendors, in the development of engineering solutions, from concept to final commissioning, ensuring the solution is beneficial for all teams. This position requires an experienced leader who can direct this group and assist them in the key decisions, while ensuring the projects remain on budget and within timelines. This position reports to the Sr Director of Engineering and Project Management.

Requirements

• 15+ years’ experience in Manufacturing and Process Technologies.
• Previous experience with Food and Beverage or Consumer Packaged Goods companies required.
• Ten (10) years developing engineering strategy to support manufacturing environments is required.
• 7+ years managerial and leadership experience over multiple engineering functions is required.
• 7+ years of project management experience including project timeliness, budgets, risk analysis is required.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, industrial, or process preferred).
• Project/Program Management training and/or certification (PMP) is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Project.
• Familiarity with common CAD software (SolidWorks desired).
• Ability to use sound creative thinking to solve complex manufacturing problems.
• Ability to travel is required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide both tactical and strategic leadership.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and interact with individuals at all levels of an organization.
• Strong people management skills with the ability to train and develop others.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Proficient using a PC and other department specific databases and/or systems.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and exercise good judgment to resolve problems.

Nice To Haves

• SAP experience is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Capital Critical Planning initiatives.
• Develop, document, and track short term and long-term potential capital projects to align with company goals and objectives.
• Ensure proper coordination of work between team, subcontractors, and clients.
• Ensure work is produced in adherence to company, contract, and client requirements.
• Identify obsolete or critical risk equipment and systems and bring forward a plan to prevent unplanned failure.
• Work effectively with maintenance team members to develop a solution when applicable.
• Consider impact of improvements on all facility functions when developing plans and implementing changes.
• Work with all internal Plant Teams to identify, recommend, and implement manufacturing process improvement initiatives.
• Develop and work with supervisors in all areas such as employee relations, problem solving, setting, and achieving goals.
• Set a positive and confident leadership example to all the employees and management.
• Provide work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
• Act as Sr PM for select projects.
• Lead budgeting process as it relates to global engineering areas.
• Track and is accountable for budgetary spending.
• Responsible for project performance of local work including project planning / forecasting, resource management, quality control, and profitability.
• Ensure manufacturing project engineering designs follow codes, standards, and regulations.
• Provide engineered solutions and root cause analysis for complex manufacturing and support equipment issues.
• Continuously analyze costs and develop cost reduction plans for capital improvements and maintenance projects.
• Monitor and report performance of the manufacturing project to ensure that all contractual, costs and schedule objectives are met.
• Responsible for the communication of the manufacturing project status to all team members.
• Conduct regularly scheduled manufacturing project reviews.
• Set up and improve engineering standards and guidelines that will increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Develop, review and approval of Master Engineering Projects including drawings, specifications, data sheets and lists necessary to complete the projects.
• Organize engineering support to construction and commissioning with occasional site visits.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage.
• Disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay.
• Fertility and childcare assistance.
• 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment.
• Wellness resources including employee assistance program, fitness discounts, wellness reimbursement.
• On-site gym access (certain locations).
• 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off and military service leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees