Project Engineer (Global Engineering Americas -(US)

ITG Brands; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid workplace – remote / in office

Generous benefits

Job summary

ITG Brands is seeking an engineering-focused project leader to manage complex manufacturing projects from concept to handover. You will coordinate across geographically diverse IB locations, supervise contractors and plant resources, and ensure schedules, costs, and performance meet objectives.

Responsibilities include designing test protocols, validating performance, and advancing new equipment implementations to improve efficiency, while staying compliant with regulations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 3+ years related work experience.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 2+ years engineering experience in an FMCG environment.
• PMI – PMP Certification.
• OSHE and machinery safety knowledge and experience in UL, CE regulations.
• Knowledge of electrical and pneumatic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Managing engineering projects from concept to installation and handover.
• Plan and coordinate projects across IB locations with contractors and plant resources.
• Determine project schedule from plans and specifications.
• Design and author test protocols; execute testing to verify performance.
• Lead equipment development to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain project data and communicate status and trends.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Negotiation

Time management

English fluency

Electrical drawings

Pneumatic drawings

PLC programming

Siemens PLC

Autocad

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Siemens PLC

Beckhoff PLC

AB PLC

Job description

Who We Are

ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity.

What You Will Do

JOB SUMMARY

• Managing of engineering projects from concept to installation and handover. This includes client and supplier liaison, specification generation and approval, budget control, effective time management, etc
• Planning and coordination of projects across geographically diverse IB locations. This may include coordination and management of contractors as well as factory-based resources
• Determines project schedule by studying project plan and specifications, calculating time requirements, and sequencing project elements.
• Confirms product performance by designing and authoring test protocols and execution of testing.
• Support with global initiatives such as Spare parts mgmt., machine obsolescence mgmt., ESG, etc.
• Identify areas of opportunity across the GSC manufacturing footprint, prepare proposals and manage the execution/delivery of those projects when approved
• Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.
• Controls project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and plan, scheduling changes, and recommending actions.
• Controls project costs by approving expenditures and administering contractor contracts.
• Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, recommending actions.
• Work with and support manufacturing plant projects and needs.
• Coordinate qualification/validation testing.
• Maintains project data base by writing computer programs, entering and backing up data.
• Lead the development and implementation of new equipment to improve the manufacturing efficiency
• Awareness of evolving legislation relevant to machinery installations and upgrades, in order to supply solutions in line with legal requirements
• Awareness of supplier developments and strategy to drive Global Engineering standards
• Support with IB business processes such as Capital planning and forecast
• Provide input into best practice process development
• Involvement with Ops Engineering Global Task force
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.
• Ensure projects adherence to regulatory compliances, including Group and FDA.
• Awareness of evolving legislation relevant to machinery installations and upgrades, in order to supply solutions in line with legal requirements
• Communicate effectively at all levels within the organization.
• Awareness of supplier developments and engineering and business strategies to drive Global Engineering standards
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the Company

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 3+ years related work experience.
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• A minimum of 2 years engineering experience in an FMCG environment
• Demonstrated project management skills and delivery of complex, high value projects
• Knowledge of: Technical requirements gathering and business analysis
• Manufacturing methods and procedures
• Production and packaging operations
• Design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Practical application of engineering science and technology
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams
• Evolving legislation relevant to machinery installations and upgrades, to supply solutions in line with legal requirements
• Supplier developments and strategy
• Skilled in: Stakeholder management and engagement
• Project management
• Process improvement
• Negotiation and persuasion
• Operations maintenance
• Verbal and written communication
• Attention to detail
• Problem/situation analysis
• Effective time and task management
• Multitasking capabilities
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to: Communicate to a broad and diverse audience
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
• Maintain effective working relationships
• Demonstrate critical thinking
• Work with diverse populations and varying education levels
• Receive and communicate information orally and in writing
• Prioritize assignments, workload, and manage time accordingly
• Work with business partners in different time zones
• Travel domestically & internationally as the role requires; this could involve extended periods away from home base
• Communicate in Spanish and/or other languages.
• Read electrical and pneumatic drawings.
• Knowledge in PLC programming (Siemens, Allan Bradley, Beckhoff), servo motors, safety circuits appreciated.

Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Related experience to include:
• Working within a regulated industry, e.g., automotive, aerospace, pharmaceuticals.
• Collaborating with international suppliers
• Problem solving, planning, and execution within a global manufacturing setting.

Licenses/Certifications

• PMI – PMP Certification

Knowledge

• OSHE and machinery safety knowledge and experience in UL, CE regulations and PUWER risk analysis. Training certification is a plus (CSME).
• Manufacturing process analysis (e.g., capacity, OEE calculations).
• Product design/implementation.
• Regulatory submissions.
• GMP
• Deep understanding of the pFMEA process and how to generate manufacturing control plans.
• Generation of validation master plans and manufacturing control plans.
• Large manufacturing facilities and associated requirements.
• Building maintenance programs.
• Business acumen.
• AUTOCAD and/or similar drawing software.

Work Environment and Physical Demand

• Requires moderate physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves objects up to 50 lbs.
• Walks, sits, or stands for extended periods.
• Requires prolonged machine operation including vehicle, computer, and keyboard equipment.

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans
• Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution
• 15 Company-paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Employee recognition and discount programs
• Education assistance
• Employee referral bonus program
• Hybrid workplace – remote / in office
• Summer hours
• Casual dress policy Monday through Friday

Annual Base Salary Range: $78459.00 - $104611.00

Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for annual bonus or incentive compensation.

Applicant Information

This job description describes the essential functions of the job at the time the job description was created, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the position may evolve or change over time and such changes may not be reflected in the job description until it is next updated.

Everyone Belongs

ITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].