Design Office Project Engineer

Mondelēz International; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 149,875; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness and family support programs

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid leave programs

Education related programs

Paid holidays and vacation time

Job summary

Mondelēz International seeks a seasoned Project Engineering professional to lead capital project planning, development and execution across the supply chain. You will drive feasibility studies, budgets and fit-for-purpose technical solutions, ensuring adherence to Mondelēz standards and processes.

You will coordinate across multiple regions, manage engineering resources, and mentor teams while delivering high value, compliant CAPEX projects with a focus on safety, quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Project Management, Line Design and Project Development experience.
• Experience working across multiple countries and regions.
• Training or mentoring experience.
• Experience in IL6S with focus on IIM.
• Experience in designing equipment to meet AM and PM standards.
• Experience in developing robust CAPEX estimates and Cashflow Management.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the capital and technical agenda during the development phase of mid to large capital investment projects.
• Develop the capital budget according to the contract and forecast cash flow.
• Ensure engineering developments and standards are implemented and develop and implement state-of-the-art processes and equipment strategies.
• Manage several capital project executions in parallel and ensure the quality and results meet Mondelēz standards.

Skills

Engineering experience

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering disciplines

Education

University degree

Project Management skills

Computer applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

ERP systems (SAP)

Job description

Job Description

To support growth, world‑class manufacturing and productivity, you manage the detailed planning, development and execution of capital projects, leading technical development, feasibility perspectives on engineering‑related activities within the supply chain, and capital expense project execution meeting the highest levels of quality, safety and environmental requirements. You follow Mondelēz business and innovation processes in project management and ensure adherence to Mondelēz standards in execution.

How You Will Contribute

Working with key stakeholders, you will define and deliver the capital and technical agenda during the development phase of mid to large capital investment projects so that accurate budgets, plans and fit‑for‑purpose technical solutions are provided. You will develop the capital budget according to the contract and forecast cash flow. In addition, you will ensure that engineering developments and standards are implemented and develop and implement state‑of‑the‑art processes and equipment strategies to optimize resources, harmonize assets and rollout best practices. You are responsible for managing several capital project executions in parallel and accountable that the quality and the results of capital projects meet Mondelēz standards in business and innovation processes in project management. You manage engineering resources and people management and development needs.

What You Will Bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

• Significant engineering and operations experience
• Project management
• Leading to work effectively across cross‑functional teams and influencing key stakeholders
• Technical expertise across engineering disciplines and high expertise in one or more domains

More About This Role

What you need to know about this position:

What extra ingredients you will bring:

• Ability to work across multiple geographical locations within the region.
• Flexibility in working location driven by the ability to travel.
• Ability to balance leading edge technology solutions with capital availability, and need for high savings.
• Ability to identify engineering solutions that consider our global network and category position.
• Ability to integrate Integrated Lean 6 Sigma (IL6S) phase requirements into projects.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and interpret large amounts of information and draw conclusions that support the project scope.
• Ability to think outside of the box and understand the broad category needs.
• Within this role the individual will be working across a matrix organization and will be expected to work with project teams across countries and a global community. The role will therefore have significant complexity & cultural diversity to manage.

Education / Certifications

• University degree or equivalent further education qualification in relevant discipline (Preferred Chemical Engineering)
• Proven Project Management skills.
• Fluency with computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Inventor, project management software and ERP systems (e.g. SAP).

Job Specific Requirements

• 8+ years of Project Management, Line Design and Project Development experience.
• Experience working across multiple countries and regions.
• Training or mentoring experience.
• Experience in IL6S with focus on IIM.
• Experience in designing equipment to meet AM and PM standards.
• Experience in developing robust CAPEX estimates and Cashflow Management.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 40% (Domestic and International)

Work Schedule

• Onsite in Chicago, IL or Portland, OR, or Richmond, VA, or Indianapolis, IN, or Twin Falls, ID
• M‑F (Core Hours) + may need to travel on weekends to accommodate destination meetings

Salary and Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $109,000 to $149,875; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company. No relocation support available.

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well‑loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products—are close at hand for our consumers across the country.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance. For more information about your Federal rights, please see eeopost.pdf; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Job Type

Regular

Project Engineering

Science & Engineering