Senior Site Project Engineer, Chattanooga, TN

Mars•Chattanooga, TN

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Role Overview The Senior Site Project Engineer leads the planning, design, and execution of moderately to highly complex capital projects that improve workplace safety, quality and food safety, asset health, productivity, and sustainability. This role applies advanced engineering and project management expertise to deliver projects aligned with strategic business objectives. The Senior Site Project Engineer partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality & Food Safety, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Finance, and Regional Engineering to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within scope and budget, and in compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements. The role also serves as a technical authority and project leadership resource, providing guidance and mentorship to site and associate project engineers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
5+ years of experience in a comparable engineering or technical role
Proven experience managing small- to medium-scale capital projects (typically <$5M)
Strong understanding of engineering principles and construction management practices
Effective planning, communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to travel up to 5% domestically

Nice To Haves

7+ years of experience in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or related regulated manufacturing environments
Practical experience in food processing facilities, including food safety and hygienic design principles

Responsibilities

Lead capital projects from initiation through closeout in accordance with the internal project lifecycle process
Define and align project scope, objectives, schedule, budget, and deliverables with key stakeholders
Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies
Develop procurement documentation including RFQs/RFPs, equipment specifications, and technical requirements
Review and approve engineering designs, technical drawings, and construction submittals
Manage third-party engineering firms, contractors, and OEMs to ensure safe and compliant execution
Oversee construction, installation, commissioning, and start-up activities, ensuring effective handover to Operations and Maintenance
Track and forecast project performance related to cost, schedule, cash flow, and scope
Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders
Maintain complete and accurate project documentation, including as-built records and change controls
Initiate fixed asset capitalizations and retirements in accordance with corporate finance and accounting policies
Support annual fixed asset cycle counts and asset tagging processes
Support asset conservation initiatives and compliance with internal asset standards
Lead the site Asset Health Check program, including audits, technical assessments, and risk mitigation planning
Ensure all projects comply with internal engineering, safety, environmental, and food safety standards, as well as external regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, FDA)
Ensure safe execution of project activities in alignment with site construction safety programs
Apply hygienic design principles in equipment selection, design, and installation