Sr. Project Engineer Manager

Suntory•Raleigh, NC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking a Sr. Project Engineer Manager to join our team. As part of our Engineering team, the primary function of this position will be to drive the development and execution of strategic capital projects for Pepsi Bottling Ventures (PBV). This position will build and manage internal and external relationships to effectively implement project initiatives that drive productivity results, optimize value, and promote growth. This role interacts with individuals from Operations, Engineering, Commercial, Demand Planning, and other key business units within PBV. This role will also work directly with manufacturing and warehouse sites to develop, modify, and implement plans for capacity and program initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related engineering discipline required.
Five (5) or more years of capital engineering project-based experience required.
Five (5) or more years of experience in in the food and beverage or similar CPG industry required.
Valid driver’s license required and must be able to meet PBV driving qualifications.
Must have strong knowledge management, process, and communication skills.
Understanding of the basics of finance, product cost accounting, and food and beverage manufacturing.
Knowledge of primary packaging equipment and materials/processes (fillers, plastics, aluminum, bottles, cans, caps/closures), secondary/tertiary packaging equipment (cartoners, case packers, palletizers), and plant infrastructure and manufacturing utility support systems (Ammonia cooling, low/high pressure air, water treatment systems, etc.) required.
Must have strong collaboration and team‑building skills to effectively lead cross‑functional project teams.
Assertive, self-motivated, and result-oriented in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
Strong computer skills including CAD, MS Project, and MS365 Suite, SAP is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree is a plus.
Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience is a plus.
PMP certification preferred.
Six Sigma certificate preferred.
Ability to perform statistical analysis is a plus.
Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD is a plus.
Understanding and ability to apply theory of constraints and v-curve theory in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
Experience with technologies dealing with CSDs, juices, teas, and pasteurization highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of large, complex and/or multi-site capital projects from concept to closure.
Accountable for managing multiple projects at one time.
Accountable for scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, safety, FAT/SAT, and success criteria results across assigned projects.
Monitor and report project progress to business sponsors and project stakeholders.
Establish and maintain robust project governance, change management, reporting, and assurance processes.
Drive optimization of vertical startup methodology on all projects.
Responsible for ownership and storage of all project/knowledge-based information (documents, drawings, media, etc.).
Work collaboratively with internal teams on vendor selections, contract development, equipment procurement, and overall project execution.
Supervise and coordinate capital project activities and contractors at the job site including demolition, equipment delivery, installation, and commissioning (CQV).
Identify, develop, and execute cost savings programs to support business productivity metrics.
Maintain safe and clean working environments by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations.
Drive lean and standard work principles to ensure team/department efficiencies.
Build strategic relationships and communications with internal customers, stakeholders, and external partners.
Lead feasibility studies, option analysis, front end loading and business case development.
Prepare project documents including project charters, budgets, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules for assigned capital projects.
Perform design reviews including researching data, conducting feasibility and economic studies, and determining design criteria in accordance with required standards and codes.
Own project financial performance, activities, and reporting including capital expenditure, cashflow, forecasting, and contingency management.
Drive procurement strategies and activities (RFQs, bid selections, PR/PO creation, Good receipts, asset capitalization, etc).
Partner with PBV procurement team for contract negotiations.
Partner with senior stakeholders across engineering, supply chain, innovation, finance and leadership teams.
Balance competing priorities across the capital portfolio and support investment decision making.
Act as a key interface between business sponsors and project stakeholders.
Provide technical guidance, informal coaching, and subject‑matter expertise to Engineering and project team members in support of project goals.
Coordinate and support new equipment training for plant personnel, in partnership with plant leadership.
Promote and role model best‑practice project management behaviors through execution, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration.
Drive continuous improvement in all areas of influence i.e., safety, quality, process, and efficiency.
Lead structured change management for complex operational and organizational impacts.
Capture lessons learned and embed improvements into future project delivery.
Collaborate and drive network and plant strategies for capacity growth, productivity, innovation, and sustainability.
Develop scope across assigned projects.
Write, execute, and maintain technical specifications for infrastructure (civil, mechanic, electric, network), manufacturing equipment (utility systems, process, mechanic, electric, controls, FAT/SAT, etc.) and warehouse equipment (civil, mechanic, electric, HVAC, racking, case picking/sorting, ASRS, etc.)
Identify, assess, and select best in-class technologies in support of business processes and priorities.
Provide technical support to other project managers and PBV teams (IT, EHS, Quality, Facilities).
Lead and encourage a high level of safety and promote PBV’s “Good Catch” program.
Ensure equipment installations and engineering activities meet or exceed PBV’s EH&S policies and procedures.
Proactively identify hazards, recommend appropriate management strategies, and participate in hazard investigations as required.
Demonstrate visible safety leadership across all project activities.
Proactively identify and mitigate critical risks associated with projects and operations.
Review all activities for safety to self, staff, and others.
Ensure all accidents and incidents are reported on appropriate forms and issues for resolution and management articulated.

Benefits

Paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days, parental leave, and bereavement leave
401(k) with a company match
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as supplemental health plan options, including accident, critical illness, and hospitalization
Saving and spending accounts
Company-paid telemedicine services
Free counseling and information services
Wellness program
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid disability coverage
Adoption assistance
Education assistance
Legal service plan option
Pay advance option