Project Engineer

Colgate; Washington Court House (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

15 vacation days (PTO)

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive’s Hill’s Pet Nutrition unit seeks a Plant Project Engineer to drive capital projects and continuous improvement across batching, processing, and packaging. You will implement capital projects, support daily operations, and manage technology transfer from engineering to operations.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 2+ years in manufacturing, and ability to work a 24/5 schedule. Travel up to 10% and on-site work are expected.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or closely related technical field.
• Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and develop engineering drawings and PFDs.
• Willingness to support 24/5 manufacturing operations with flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital project management from definition to execution and transfer.
• Design, install, start-up, troubleshoot equipment; support new products and cost-saving initiatives.
• Drive process improvements for reliability, waste, quality, safety and cost per pound.
• Create and maintain specifications, docs, and SOPs aligned with KPI goals.
• Ensure compliance with CP/Hill's, EOHS, quality and regulatory standards.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Project management

Process improvement

Engineering drawings

PFD understanding

Flexible shifts

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

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: 9/10/26

On-site

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country Job Number#175924 - Washington Court House, Ohio, 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.

At Hill’s we have a purpose to transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, science-led nutrition, and the best and brightest people. If you’re interested in work that matters, fueled by passion for pets, we invite you to apply.

Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to pet nutrition, Hill’s mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets. Our decades of science and research guide us in creating nutrition that’s a step ahead so pets and pet parents can enjoy every day together. As the US #1 Veterinarian recommended pet food brand, knowledge is our first ingredient with 220+ veterinarians, PhD nutritionists and food scientists working to develop breakthrough innovations in pet health.

Job Summary

As a Plant Project Engineer you will be responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives for all manufacturing systems from unloading to packaging in order to improve the plant’s quality, productivity, and reliability. You will also be responsible for implementing capital projects, supporting daily plant operations, and the technology transfer process for all parts of the batching, processing, and packaging.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of capital project management:MOC Management, project definition, project planning, capital expenditure management, project timeline management, and technology transfer associated with capital projects and new products from engineering to operations including training.

Responsible for the design, specification, development, installation, plant start-up, troubleshooting, and technology transfer for new products/equipment and cost saving initiatives, including collaboration with global process engineering for design standardization. Work closely with the Quality Engineer to develop and complete IQ/OQ/PQ documentation for each project.

Lead the development and implementation of process improvements (reliability, waste, product quality, safety, cost per pound) to meet business needs. This includes working with operating AM teams and participating in the area’s Small Group and CI meetings.

Serve as a primary resource to operating technicians for troubleshooting issues involving design, production, quality defects, process changes and equipment modification by soliciting feedback and driving continuous improvement.

Develop and maintain specifications, technical documentation, and procedures for processing and equipment which are consistent with KPI goals and support Quality and EHS Standards.

Develops, validates, and transfers factory SOP’s associated with new products and process improvements.

Accountable for ensuring compliance w/ CP/ Hills, local, state, and federal standards and guidelines related to EOHS, Quality, and Regulatory.

Support implementation of Quality Assurance and Food Safety initiatives. Ensure personnel adhere to Hill’s policies, safety standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices, including Quality Assurance and Food Safety.

Other duties as assigned

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Processing Technology, or a closely related technical field.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to read, interpret, and develop engineering drawings and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs).
• Ability to support a 24/5 manufacturing operation, including working flexible shifts, weekends, or holidays, and maintaining on-call availability during project start-ups.
• Demonstrated capability to ensure manufacturing asset compliance with local, state, federal, and internal safety, quality, and environmental regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food Related Manufacturing Experience with good knowledge of operations
• Previous experience managing projects in a manufacturing enviornment
• Technical proficiency including (Extrusion technology, Standards, weights and measures requirements, AIB, FDA, USDA and other regulatory agency design requirements)
• Previous experience with bulk material handling systems, including raw materials and finished product
• Proficient in food safety and sanitation design and practices
• Proficient in Statistical Process Control, CPk and Continuous Improvement Methodologies

Physical Requirements - Ability to

• wear all required Fall Protection Equipment and all other PPE
• bend, climb, crawl, and kneel as needed to perform the functions of the job
• lift up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis
• work in confined spaces
• work at heights up to 120 ft. using a mechanical lift or ladder
• climb multiple stairs throughout work shift
• walk and be on feet at least 50% of the scheduled work shift
• work in extreme weather conditions
• work in standard office environment

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.

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