Regional Project Engineer: Food Processing & Packaging

Mars; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Mars University access

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Regional Project Engineer to join the North America Process Engineering team. You will lead and/or support capital projects from ideation through closure, including packaging, warehousing, and distribution initiatives.

Based at one of several Mars site locations and traveling 30–50%, you will drive project scope, budget, and timelines with cross-functional teams. The role requires a BS in Engineering and 4+ years of relevant experience, with a proven ability to manage external

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering.
• 4+ years' experience in a comparable technical position (food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry).
• Proven track record in executing capital projects >$1M.
• Ability to manage consultants and contractors in a factory environment.
• Understanding of processing engineering principles.
• Food safety knowledge.
• Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills.
• 30-50% travel requirement (depending on site location) is a MUST, with potential international travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide innovative Process Engineering solutions that drive a competitive advantage.
• Accurately scope and estimate capital projects that are technically feasible and meet business and segment plans.
• Communicate and collaborate with Stakeholders and other functions to ensure capital project objectives are clearly defined and achieved.
• Ensure delivery of scope, timeline, budget, and cash flow for all assigned engineering projects per the Engineering Work Process.
• Onsite management of contractors and OEMs during installation, ensuring a safe work environment.
• Leadership through commissioning, validation, and startup of equipment.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project execution

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Job description

Mars is seeking a Regional Project Engineer to join the North America Process Engineering team. You will lead and/or support capital projects from ideation through closure, including packaging, warehousing, and distribution initiatives.

Based at one of several Mars site locations and traveling 30–50%, you will drive project scope, budget, and timelines with cross-functional teams. The role requires a BS in Engineering and 4+ years of relevant experience, with a proven ability to manage external