Plant Project Engineer - Capital Projects & Startup Lead

Nestlé; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Bonuses and incentives

Job summary

Nestlé USA is hiring a Project Engineer to lead capital projects at the plant, including project design, bid packages, construction, commissioning, and startup. You will manage scope, budget, and milestones while ensuring GMP and FDA compliance.

Required are a BA/BS in Engineering and 3+ years in manufacturing, plus strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. On-site role in Schaumburg, IL.

Qualifications

• University degree in engineering or equivalent with 3+ years in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking.
• Experience analyzing data and solving problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from charter through commissioning.
• Coordinate design, bid, construction, and startup activities.
• Manage budget, schedules, and changes with stakeholders.
• Ensure GMP and FDA-compliant processes.
• Provide construction management and plant startup support.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Education

BA/BS in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Project

Job description

Nestlé USA is hiring a Project Engineer to lead capital projects at the plant, including project design, bid packages, construction, commissioning, and startup. You will manage scope, budget, and milestones while ensuring GMP and FDA compliance.

Required are a BA/BS in Engineering and 3+ years in manufacturing, plus strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. On-site role in Schaumburg, IL.