Sr. Project Engineer

Mars•Fremont, NE

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for leading and executing engineering projects at the site, ensuring adherence to Mars Standards for Safety, Asset Conservation and Quality & Food Safety. This role requires advanced project management skills and the ability to provide strong technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in full compliance with Regulatory and Mars Standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Minimum 5 + years’ experience in project engineering and capital project management, preferably in food manufacturing, pharmaceutical or FMCG
Strong foundational understanding of safety, quality and food safety principles and standards, regulatory compliance and HSE and Q&FS systems within manufacturing operations
Exceptionally strong project management credentials, with experience leading cross-functional teams
Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and contractor management
Proven ability to make sound decisions in complex and/or ambiguous business environments
History of building internal and external relationships and interaction with management at all levels
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Work history and exposure across diverse geographic markets is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Provide visible leadership to foster a strong safety culture, ensuring all contractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders are properly trained, actively engaged, and held accountable for safe behaviors
Champion a zero‑incident environment by ensuring that all projects fully comply with all local safety and environmental regulations as well as Mars HSE and Asset Conservation Standards
Ensure all contractors and suppliers on site follow site safety procedures and permit-to-work systems
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures for all engineering works prior to any project execution
Lead safety reviews and toolbox talk for project teams and contractors
Integrate safety-by-design principles into all engineering solutions and drive improvements in machine safety, ergonomic design, and hazard elimination
Lead incident investigations related to engineering projects, corrective actions, and risk mitigation processes to prevent recurrence
Protect site assets by ensuring proper installation, commissioning, and validation of equipment
Design and execute projects in compliance with local food safety and quality regulatory requirements as well as Mars Quality and Food Safety Standards
Partner with Site Q&FS teams to assess project-related food safety risks and implement change management processes to avoid product contamination or quality impact
Ensure all equipment and installations meet Mars facility and hygienic design standards
Coordinate validation activities with Site Operations, R&D and other stakeholders during FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ where required
Support internal and external audits by ensuring engineering compliance documentation is complete
Maintain accurate documentation including P&IDs, SOP updates, and technical files
Lead end-to-end project management using RC PMP process for assigned engineering projects, from concept through execution, commissioning and handover
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives
Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures
Manage project teams, including internal associates, contractors, and suppliers
Track project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to ensure successful delivery
Manage vendor selection, contractor performance, and procurement processes with support from MGS Indirect stakeholders
Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with Mars standards
Communicate project status, risks, and achievements to stakeholders and leadership teams
Responsible for leading projects up to $30M or part of a team on larger projects greater than $30M
May lead projects across multiple factory locations
Provide advanced technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, automation, or process systems to site Technical Teams when required
Partner with site FI and Operations Teams to troubleshoot complex operational technical problems and support root cause analysis
Standardize engineering solutions across the site where applicable
Ensure alignment between site CBN priorities, country and regional business objectives and engineering project execution
Present project updates, risks, and financial summaries to site, regional and global leadership teams
Build strong vendor and contractor relationships