Project Engineer

UNAVAILABLE; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Time Off

Job summary

Danone North America seeks a Project Engineer for its Fort Worth, Texas plant. This role involves executing capital projects across various systems, managing priorities in collaboration with the Engineering Manager, and overseeing financial performance.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's in Engineering and have substantial experience in food manufacturing. Benefits include a performance-based bonus and comprehensive medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience managing capital projects in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of 3A standards in Dairy processing engineering.
• Ability to work extended hours during installations.

Responsibilities

• Execute capital projects including Utility systems.
• Align project priorities with the Engineering Manager.
• Develop and manage capital forecast with CAPEX Analyst.
• Coordinate procurement and align project support.
• Travel occasionally for project support.

Skills

Integrated automation and controls technology

High-speed packaging system design

Dairy processing engineering and PMO practices

Manufacturing plant utility systems

Strong conflict resolution and interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant field

Minimum of 5 years experience managing capital projects

3 to 5 years relevant Engineering experience

Job description

Short Intro and About the Job

At Danone, our commitment to manufacturing the highest quality products while meeting market demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently seeking a Project Engineer for an onsite role at our Fort Worth, Texas facility, located at 1300 W. Peter Smith Rd, Fort Worth, TX.

In this role, you will be part of the Fort Worth plant engineering team and will support the plant’s strategic, operational, and policy-related initiatives. Your focus will include safety, quality, performance, and overall organizational objectives. You will manage multiple capital projects at the Fort Worth plant, overseeing technical execution, timelines, and financial performance for each project.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute capital projects at the Fort Worth plant, including Processing, Packaging, Building, and Utility systems
• Partner with the Engineering Manager to align project priorities specific to the Fort Worth facility
• Collaborate with the CAPEX Analyst to develop and manage the capital forecast and budgets for plant projects
• Create, design, and evaluate initial request-for-tender documents alongside the Engineering Manager
• Work with Regional Engineering teams during bidding processes and technical evaluations
• Coordinate with the CAPEX Procurement team to align priorities and support contract negotiations
• Travel occasionally as needed for training or project support related to the Fort Worth plant

Benefits

Danone North America provides a performance-based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401(k) Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave.

About You

Job Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in Integrated automation and controls technology
• High-speed packaging system design
• Dairy processing engineering and PMO practices, including 3A standards
• Manufacturing plant utility systems
• Highly organized and self-disciplined, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects at the Fort Worth site
• Strong conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends or late shifts, during installation and startup phases

Experience and Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering, Science or relevant degree from an accredited college or university
• Candidates without a complete bachelor’s degree will be considered if they have a minimum of 5 years of experience managing capital projects or managing maintenance and reliability in a food manufacturing site.
• 3 to 5 years of experience, including 3 years of relevant Engineering experience, preferably in CPG beverage/food manufacturing

This onsite position at the Fort Worth plant plays a critical role in supporting the site's continued growth and operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and/or local law.