Sr. Project Engineer

The Kraft Heinz Company • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Sr Project Engineer coordinates and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration and completion of capital maintenance and engineering projects within the area of assigned responsibility by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Essential Functions & Responsibilities To ensure projects are completed on time within budget or with successful attainment of objectives. Completes specific phases or aspects of the project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans and product testing. Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems. Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget. Prepares interim and completion project reports. Provide functional and technical support to the factories to minimize production and maintenance problems. Apply engineering expertise to equipment design, problems solving, and quality improvement. Support PRC and key support projects as technical advisor or project manager. In every activity, use the principles of TQM "To do the job right the first time" This includes establishing requirements and the process maps necessary to meet the customer's requirements and all things done right the first time.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school or related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience of full cycle project management experience
• Strong background in mechanical and hydraulic systems, packaging methods, and materials, electronics and computer applications, and electrical systems.
• Ability to work to flexible schedule including days, afternoons, midnights, and overtime as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to Direct/Lead/Manage cross functional teams on large capital project/programs of $20MM or more.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are completed on time within budget or with successful attainment of objectives.
• Completes specific phases or aspects of the project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans and product testing.
• Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.
• Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
• Prepares interim and completion project reports.
• Provide functional and technical support to the factories to minimize production and maintenance problems.
• Apply engineering expertise to equipment design, problems solving, and quality improvement.
• Support PRC and key support projects as technical advisor or project manager.
• In every activity, use the principles of TQM "To do the job right the first time" This includes establishing requirements and the process maps necessary to meet the customer's requirements and all things done right the first time.

Benefits

• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
• Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees