Project Engineer

Ingredion Incorporated • South Sioux City, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. TITLE: Project Engineer LOCATION: South Sioux City, NE REPORTS TO: Director, Project Engineering Texture & Healthful Solutions Workplace Type: Onsite Relocation allowance provided Ingredion is hiring a Project Engineer who is assigned to design and execute multiple projects, delivering scope, time, and cost safely according to a plan. Supports the overall operation, providing technical expertise and innovation, utilizing knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and experience by executing capital projects and learning to recognize improvement opportunities. This position identifies opportunities and successfully implements change to strategically reduce manufacturing costs, optimize productivity, and minimize waste, engaging with key stakeholders and effectively sharing information.

Requirements

• Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaborates effectively with cross‑functional teams to improve processes and drive operational efficiency.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance, including reliability best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Builds strong, respectful relationships through effective communication, collaboration, and empathy across all organizational levels.
• Demonstrates leadership through mentoring, coaching, and supporting team development while fostering a proactive team culture.
• Self‑starter with a strong work ethic, accountability, and a drive for results and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, and openness to change in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Applies data and insights to support cross‑functional recommendations and informed decision‑making.
• Upholds high standards of professionalism, integrity, safety, operational discipline, and compliance with Ingredion’s Environmental, GMP, and Quality standards.
• Encourages innovation, challenges the status quo, and contributes new ideas that create value.
• Respects diverse perspectives and actively seeks opportunities to learn from others.
• Comfortable working independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment, including climbing stairs, working at heights, confined spaces, and around operating equipment while wearing required PPE.
• Full range of motion to operate tools, equipment, and test instruments.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work for extended periods in hot and/or wet conditions.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical preferred), or a related field with one to three years of engineering experience demonstrating successful implementation of solutions, including effective project management.
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer/Engineer or similar role in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of engineering and unit operations, basic chemistry, heat and material balances, P&ID development, mechanical and physical/chemical separations, evaporation, drying, material handling, cGMPs, sanitary design, and energy management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of cost analysis and budget management.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of grain processing industry and/or relevant experience in other industries (food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, chemical, or bio-chemical) with substantial experience in research and engineering - manufacturing or experience in the manufacture of protein isolate is a plus.
• Preferred knowledge of Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes multiple projects with some complexity, delivering scope, time, and cost according to a plan.
• Works with engineering service providers, contractors, and vendors to specify equipment and installations.
• Ensures processes and procedures comply with internal programs and external requirements.
• Develops engineering designs with some intermediate complexity, material and energy balances, process flow diagrams, preliminary P&IDs, and process control strategies.
• Possesses intermediate knowledge of project management methodology and project stages.
• Responsible for the full life cycle of project management process for capital projects: concept, design, estimating, proposal submittal, purchasing, installation, start-up, commissioning, documentation, training, and closure.
• Uses knowledge management tools to surface best solutions.
• Uses knowledge of the production process to make significant improvements to the production process.
• Analyzes data and performance targets to identify highest value improvement opportunities.
• Analyzing processes, developing new operating techniques and recommending changes or capital expenditures to maintain or improve business efficiencies, facility life and quality.
• Designing and implementing capital permits and projects as identified and assigned, within budget and on time, delivering targeted return on investment and in compliance with engineering standards.
• Providing technical support to the EHS&S and Quality Manager to design and/or redesign work processes that eliminate losses due to personal injury or property damage.
• Supervising and executing projects, establishing and meeting budget, scheduling and supervising project activity, training personnel, supervising start-up and coordinating with all departments.
• Strongly supports lean manufacturing methedologies, ensuring all team members utilize the tools, delivering results.
• Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to develop and implement continuous improvement strategies aimed at optimizing overall equipment reliability and performance.
• Continuous improvement initiatives, cost-saving measures, digital transformation, and downtime reduction.
• Lead and drive continuous improvement projects to elevate the reliability and performance of factory assets and structures.
• Analyze existing operational costs with a focus on implementing innovative and effective cost-saving strategies, ensuring resource utilization is maximized without compromising the reliability of operations.

Benefits

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally.
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally.
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees