Lead Engineer — Multipack Automation Projects

PepsiCo; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 94,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo 1NA Engineering seeks a technical project manager to lead the execution of Multipack Automation Productivity, and maintenance projects in Plano, TX.

You will scope, design, and drive installation and start-up, lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and coordinate with outside vendors, with travel of 25-40%.

The role emphasizes applying engineering principles, problem solving, and delivering on-time, within budget.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
• 6-8 years of relevant experience
• Strong analytical and computer skills; CAD skills preferred
• Proven ability to multi-task
• Established record of project definition and execution
• Technical curiosity
• Innovative thinking skills to drive transformational change
• Understanding of various warehouse and material handling automation technologies and controls
• Ability to communicate to various levels of the organization
• Warehouse/Distribution Center Operations experience preferred
• Project management experience preferred
• Ability to travel: 25%-40%

Responsibilities

• Lead scoping and design recommendations for Multipack Automation projects.
• Support installation and start-up activities for new Multipack Automation projects.
• Participate in and lead cross-functional teams of colleagues and outside resources.
• Apply Engineering principles to problem solving and managing unexpected changes.
• Manage, communicate and mitigate project risks.
• Develop, manage and execute equipment installation and start-up plans while supervising outside contractors and vendors.
• Manage multiple simultaneous project deliverables, accelerated timelines and competing priorities
• Partner with OEMs to continuously improve equipment design offerings, upgrades, training, and maintenance initiatives.
• Expected travel: 25% to 40%

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Industrial Engineering

Project management

Technical curiosity

Innovative thinking

Problem solving

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

PepsiCo 1NA Engineering seeks a technical project manager to lead the execution of Multipack Automation Productivity, and maintenance projects in Plano, TX.

You will scope, design, and drive installation and start-up, lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and coordinate with outside vendors, with travel of 25-40%.

The role emphasizes applying engineering principles, problem solving, and delivering on-time, within budget.