Project Engineer

Colgate; Clinton (OK); On-site; USD 86,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Bonus potential

Job summary

Colgate in Clinton, Oklahoma, seeks a Project Engineer to plan, organize, and complete plant engineering projects. You will manage scope, budgets, schedules, and risk while partnering with third-party vendors.

You will lead technical studies, design, testing, and documentation, ensuring on-time delivery and cost control, with strong collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cGMP manufacturing, emphasizing project management and engineering from concept through implementation.
• Knowledge of CEB Capital Procurement and EOHS.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and meet objectives.
• Execute phases including technical studies, design, specs, and testing.
• Coordinate development, scheduling, and problem resolution for engineering design and tests.
• Control project expenditures within budget constraints.
• Prepare interim and final reports including Engineering Project Review.
• Provide technical support to plant floor to minimize production issues.
• Apply engineering expertise to equipment design and continuous quality improvement.
• Develop project scopes, justifications, and factory impact assessments with cost estimates.
• Hire and supervise contractors within project scope.
• Maintain backups of technical files, vendor contacts, and engineering groups.

Skills

Project management

Engineering

Cross-functional coordination

Education

BS in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Packaging automation

Robotics

Vision systems

Job description

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet® and Science Diet®. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food.
Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods.
We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life.
A career at Hill’s Pet Nutrition or Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time

Posting Start Date: 9/28/26

On-site

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number#176277 - Clinton, Oklahoma, United States

Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values-Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Role Summary

As a Project Engineer reporting to [Pending User Input], you will plan, organize, control, integrate, and complete plant engineering projects. You will successfully manage project scope, budgets, schedules, timelines, documentation, and risk analysis while establishing and maintaining critical relationships with third-party business partners.

Responsibilities

Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and successfully attain their technical and business objectives.

Execute specific project phases, including technical studies, product design, specification preparation, and product testing.

Coordinate technical development, project scheduling, and problem resolution for engineering design and tests.

Control project expenditures strictly within budget constraints.

Prepare comprehensive interim and completion reports, including the Engineering Project Review.

Provide functional and technical support to the plant floor to minimize production and maintenance issues.

Apply engineering expertise to equipment design, problem-solving, and continuous quality improvement.

Develop project scopes, justifications, and factory impact assessments, including cost estimates, savings, and timing plans.

Hire and supervise contractors effectively within the scope of project management.

Maintain a robust backup of technical files, vendor contacts, and engineering groups to proactively address new business requirements.

Participate in committees or task forces to contribute to overarching company goals.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cGMP manufacturing, emphasizing project management and engineering from concept through implementation.
• Knowledge of CEB Capital Procurement, and EOHS.
• Ability to support manufacturing operations, including occasional off-shift, weekend, or holiday work for project installations, startups, trials, and critical interventions.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting up to 50 lbs, working at heights up to 120 ft, working in confined spaces, and standing or walking for at least 50% of the scheduled shift.
• Ability to wear all required Fall Protection Equipment and other PPE, as well as work in extreme weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food-related manufacturing with strong operations knowledge.
• Experience with packaging equipment automation controls, robotics, and vision systems.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Prior experience with Capital Budget mangagement
• Technical proficiency in extrusion/packaging technology, statistical process control (SPC), CPk, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of standard weights and measures, as well as AIB, FDA, USDA, and other regulatory agency design requirements.
• Prior experience managing bulk material handling systems for raw materials and finished products.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $86,000.00 - $121,000.00 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.