Senior Project Engineer

Ingredion Incorporated; London; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Benefits & wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated in London, Ontario seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead capital and technical improvement projects at the London facility. You will manage the full project lifecycle, coordinate contractors, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance across functions.

With a Bachelor’s in engineering and 7+ years in manufacturing, you will mentor engineers and align with EHSS and Quality teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline) required.
• 7+ years of project engineering experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• P.Eng. designation or eligibility to obtain within one year.
• Experience managing capital projects and coordinating external engineering and construction resources.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, SAP, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects through all phases, including concept development, design, budgeting, construction, commissioning, startup, training, and handoff to operations.
• Manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously while maintaining scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and review engineering designs, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and process control strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment, systems, and technologies that improve plant performance and reliability.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

P.Eng. designation

PMP certification

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Ingredion

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: London, ON
Workplace type: Onsite

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of capital and technical improvement projects at the London facility. This role manages the full project lifecycle, provides technical expertise, coordinates contractors and engineering partners, and ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with engineering and regulatory standards. You will also provide technical support to the Maintenance, EHSS, and Quality departments as needed.

This role reports to our Project Engineering Manager and has no direct reports.

What You Will Do

• Lead capital projects through all phases, including concept development, design, budgeting, construction, commissioning, startup, training, and handoff to operations.
• Manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously while maintaining scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and review engineering designs, process flow diagrams, material and energy balances, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and process control strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment, systems, and technologies that improve plant performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, engineering, and regulatory requirements throughout project execution.
• Integrate knowledge of The Green Book, relevant codes and facility permitting and polices while safely executing project objectives.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and contribute to continuous improvement, engineering standards, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Critical project objectives/milestones may require occasional support during off hours.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline).
• Extensive project engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment, minimum 7 years’ experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility to obtain designation within one year.
• Proven success managing capital projects and coordinating external engineering and construction resources.
• Strong knowledge of project execution, engineering design practices, industrial safety standards, and tools such as AutoCAD, SAP, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive results without direct authority.
• PMP certification or active progress towards completion.

Who You Are

• Strong project leadership, organization, and execution skills.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Safety-focused, accountable decision-maker who can drive projects forward.
• Collaborative, innovative, and adaptable professional who works effectively across functions and cultures while challenging the status quo to create value.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover Why Ingredion Is The Ideal Place To Advance Your Career With Our Exceptional Rewards And Benefits Package Designed To Help You Thrive. Create The Future With Us And Enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available

Yes, Within Country

Pay Range

$106,000.00-$141,333.33 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits

Full-time roles are eligible for our competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and an employer funded health spending account as well as multiple retirement savings products.