Engineering PTC Leadership Development Associate (R&D)

Iowa Ag; Clinton, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Nestl Purina is seeking a candidate for an Engineering PTC MDA in Clinton, Iowa. The program offers leadership development through rotations across manufacturing, R&D, and operations while preparing you for future management roles.

You will explore quality assurance, safety, supply chain, and production disciplines, with relocation as you progress and a competitive total rewards package. Starting pay is $85,000 per year, with benefits and incentives described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial or related) required or expected by June 2027.
• Must be open to relocation to any of our 24 Nestl Purina manufacturing sites across the U.S.
• You will start your rotation for this Engineering PTC MDA at the Nestl Purina factory in Clinton, Iowa.
• Advanced degree or prior experience in research preferred.
• Prior internship, co-op, practicum or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Involvement in student organizations and/or other leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects behind the everyday innovation and renovation of pet food products.
• Collaborate with Corporate R&D and factory teams to understand the science behind equipment and processes.
• Coach and develop you through a rotational leadership program with opportunities to relocate as you progress.

Skills

Leadership experience

Internship experience

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial)

Job description

Nestl Purina is seeking a candidate for an Engineering PTC MDA in Clinton, Iowa. The program offers leadership development through rotations across manufacturing, R&D, and operations while preparing you for future management roles.

You will explore quality assurance, safety, supply chain, and production disciplines, with relocation as you progress and a competitive total rewards package. Starting pay is $85,000 per year, with benefits and incentives described in the posting.