Project Engineer

PowerToFly; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking a Factory Project Engineer responsible for providing technical leadership on capital projects. The role includes coordinating project execution, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields and 1-2 years of experience managing smaller projects. Strong analytical skills and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of project management experience on projects up to $1M.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for capital projects at the factory.
• Coordinate project execution, including construction and commissioning.
• Manage project budgets and schedules to ensure successful execution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk‑taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Job Summary

The FactoryProject Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership by identifying, developing and executing capital projects for the factory. This position will maintain visibility to the design process and assure adherence to all established key components and project deliverables as well as directly manage overall project execution including construction and commissioning. Additionally, this position will coordinate with the client as well as various other groups inside and outside of the organization.

Job Responsibilities

Preliminary Project Development

• Assist in development of pre‑project approval documents including project charter, project management plan, project kick‑start, estimate and milestone schedule creation.
• Monitor design progress and deliverables are met in adherence to established project key components.
• Receive design details from design team with full understanding of project deliverables to coordinate bid package development and release for construction bidding and field execution.
• Select contractors and contracting methods.

Project Execution support and facilitation

• Direct and execute installation, construction, and commissioning of assigned projects.
• Manage adherence to project scope and secure approvals for all changes in projects based on engineering ways of working methodology.
• Manage and control project budget providing cost forecasts and cash flow projections through development of project cost and status reports on at least a monthly basis or as requested by project stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain project milestone schedules with integrated detailed scheduling as agreed upon in the project charter.
• Manage data collection and feedback process for projects.
• Monitors processes for compliance with quality and GMP requirements in accordance with FDA and OSHA regulations.
• Provide construction management and plant startup assistance as needed to ensure successful project execution.
• Evaluate, select, and issue contracts for construction firms through bidding and prequalification vetting processes.
• Provide self‑directed project management of assigned projects from end to end with minimal supervision from department managers.

Business support

• Provide technical support to Factory operations.
• Will support and participate in Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) as part of their job responsibility within the Business Unit or assigned factory.

Safety

• Responsible for ensuring that one exhibits an attitude of absolute intolerance for unsafe situations and never implements any change, whether directly instructed to, or under your own initiative, without first questioning its impact in relation to product safety/quality, people safety and the environment. No compromises will be tolerated.

Qualifications / Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in engineering or related degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1‑2 years of project management work experience; leading on projects of $1M or less.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Ability to analyze data.
• Ability to use problem‑solving techniques to resolve issues and implement change.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to complete major projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to schedule resources effectively.
• Basic knowledge in I & I pillar project methods.
• Able to manage Scope, Cost, Schedule, and risks on small and minor projects.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1‑800‑321‑6467.