Senior Packaging & Process Project Engineer

Socket.dev; Michigan; On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Mars University

Competitive salary

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead the development and execution of packaging and processing solutions that support Innovation and Supply Chain initiatives. You will deliver cost-effective, high-quality project scope, equipment specs, and technical recommendations through cross-functional collaboration.

Based in Jackson, TN; Chicago, IL; Battle Creek, MI; or Cary, NC, the role requires about 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7 years of work experience in a comparable technical position - food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry or 15 years of relevant technical experience.
• Working knowledge of engineering principles from the following disciplines: Process, Packaging, Electrical, Construction and Project Management.
• Experience leading and managing projects and project teams.
• Effective communication skills to convey complex and/or detailed information to a wide range of individuals and audiences with different knowledge levels.
• Ability to travel approximately 50% or more depending on project demands.

Responsibilities

• Driving Value Creation Through Technical Excellence: Apply engineering expertise and sound decision-making to deliver projects that achieve business objectives, improve operational performance, and create sustainable value.
• Advancing Manufacturing and Supply Chain Capability: Lead the development and implementation of packaging, manufacturing, and process technologies that enhance reliability, efficiency, quality, and productivity across the supply chain.
• Championing Consumer, Safety, and Sustainability Priorities: Deliver safe, sustainable, and consumer-focused solutions while fostering innovation, continuous improvement, and responsible business practices.

Skills

Project management

Process engineering

Packaging engineering

Electrical engineering

Construction management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical field

15 years of relevant experience alternative

Job description

Mars is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead the development and execution of packaging and processing solutions that support Innovation and Supply Chain initiatives. You will deliver cost-effective, high-quality project scope, equipment specs, and technical recommendations through cross-functional collaboration.

Based in Jackson, TN; Chicago, IL; Battle Creek, MI; or Cary, NC, the role requires about 50% travel.