Senior Project Engineer

Reckitt•Zeeland, MI

2d•$97,300 - $145,900

About The Position

Reckitt’s Mead Johnson Nutrition business is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to execute engineering projects at its Zeeland manufacturing operations and facilities. The role focuses on projects involving liquid process technology and systems for moving powders and liquids, mixing, heating and cooling, and cleaning liquid-based products. Project budgets typically range from $50,000 to more than $2 million, and the engineer may work across different project types according to site priorities. Use of AI tools is expected; experience with Planisware is a plus. The position works within a highly regulated infant formula manufacturing environment where GMP standards, safety, and quality are paramount. The engineer collaborates with internal teams and external resources to deliver projects that meet demanding manufacturing requirements and support the site’s business priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
At least 10 years of experience managing capital engineering projects.
Understand and demonstrate thermodynamic principles involved in heating and cooling liquids, including steam, heat exchangers, and hot-water recirculation.
Ability to read, understand, and modify drawings, P&IDs, and process flow diagrams.
Experience managing financial aspects and maintaining capital project budgets from conceptual design through closeout.

Nice To Haves

Strong background in liquid processing systems and technology, ideally including vacuum mix tanks and powder induction systems for high-shear liquid mixing.
Experience in food, powder, or pharmaceutical engineering.
Experience managing and directing skilled contractors and professional engineering or consulting firms.
Experience with Planisware software.

Responsibilities

Lead teams in developing, designing, and implementing site capital projects while balancing customer requirements for scope, budget, and timeline.
Partner with cross-functional leaders and teams to manage and deliver capital and technical projects that support manufacturing business priorities.
Apply engineering techniques, project management principles, the gate approach, risk analysis, and prior experience to develop solutions to project issues involving design, cost, schedule, and scope.
Understand and ensure compliance with applicable safety rules, building codes, regulatory requirements, and internal Mead Johnson Nutrition standards.
Track, manage, and communicate capital budget spending and project progress to stakeholders, managers, and leaders.
Assess project risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate them.
Pursue continuous improvement by learning from successes and mistakes and proactively building knowledge.