Project Engineer Manager

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Projects Manager to lead capital projects at their Plainfield Plant. This role involves managing project budgets, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and providing technical leadership in project management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Join a diverse team committed to innovation and operational excellence, and help shape the future of manufacturing in a flexible and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Competitive Rewards Package

Health and Wellness Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project engineering/management experience required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills essential.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of plant capital projects.
• Manage project budgets, objectives, and stakeholder communication.
• Guide Production Team Leads and maintenance coordinators.

Skills

Project Engineering/Management

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Multi-Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Allen Bradley Ladder Logic Programming

Rockwell Automation RS Batch Software

SAP CMMS

Job description

Job Description :

Title: Engineering Projects Manager

Hiring Manager: Director of Maintenance and Engineering

About the Function:

Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo's 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It's an intricate and sophisticated operation that's the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations.

Our teams in 100 sites in over 30 countries cover production facilities, supplier relationships, customer collaborations, and third-party agreements. We're committed to realizing our 'Society 2030: Spirit of Progress' goals, to protect the environment and support our farmers and suppliers. Whatever your skills and experience, we'll help you to thrive in our inclusive culture.

Context/Scope:

This position requires a strong knowledge of high-speed bottling and liquid processing, plant operations across various disciplines including planning, maintenance, scheduling, processing, packaging, procurement, and project management. The Engineering Manager will work with maintenance to develop a 5-year asset care and replacement strategy, including capital expenditure for packaging lines and processing assets. The role directly manages 3 Controls Engineers and provides dotted line management guidance to three Instrumentation and Controls engineers. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. The candidate should be innovative, able to maintain momentum, and foster a healthy industrial climate. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment is crucial. The candidate must understand and align with the business needs at optimal economic and quality standards, working across functions such as Operations, Quality, Safety, Finance, and Procurement.

Purpose of Role:

Lead the development, execution, and delivery of plant capital projects, ensuring compliance with project guidelines in support of Diageo Plainfield's strategic goals. Provide technical leadership in project management, lead problem-solving teams on packaging and process issues, and support strategic planning, innovation, and cost analysis. This role is vital for delivering operational reliability metrics.

Key Outputs:

1. Manage project budgets and objectives, including change control, training, construction management, scope development, and stakeholder communication.
2. Lead reliability projects on packaging lines and processing areas.
3. Guide and support Production Team Leads and maintenance coordinators with technical expertise.

Partner with maintenance to develop training plans for controls issues, monitor progress, and mentor staff. Support production and maintenance teams during shifts to resolve issues, identify training gaps, and ensure safety, quality, environment, and food safety standards are met.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Minimum 10 years of project engineering/management or similar experience.
• Excellent communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS Project preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, leadership experience, and expertise in Allen Bradley ladder logic programming.

Preferred and Beneficial Experience:

• Knowledge of quality systems, APQP, statistical process control.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation RS Batch software, SAP CMMS, lean manufacturing, design for manufacturing/assembly, measurement system analysis, financial NPV analysis.

Flexible Working Statement:

We value flexibility and support your wellbeing and work-life balance from day one. Discuss your needs with us.

Rewards & Benefits:

We offer a competitive rewards package, including benefits relevant to your region and role specifics.

Diversity Statement:

We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and has a sense of belonging. We welcome and celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

Join us to help shape the future of our brands and business.

If you require reasonable adjustments, please mention this when applying.

Worker Type : Regular

Primary Location: Plainfield Plant

Job Posting Start Date : 2025-04-22

Salary Range:

Minimum Salary: $100,800

Maximum Salary: $168,000

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