Senior Project Engineer

Mars; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Mars University

Industry competitive salary

Company bonus

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to manage and execute projects in the Engineering community. This role requires a degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in technical positions, preferably in food, beverage, or pharmaceutical industries.

The successful candidate will engage with project teams, ensure compliance with safety policies, and contribute to a collaborative work environment. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, alongside opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a comparable technical position.
• Proficiency in engineering disciplines: Process, Packaging, Electrical, Construction.
• Ability to travel approximately 50% or more based on project demands.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects to deliver safe and environmentally responsible results.
• Engage project team members and encourage proactive task performance.
• Contribute to a winning environment promoting safety and trust.

Skills

Engineering principles

Project management

Technical expertise in Process or Packaging

Education

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical)

Job description

Senior Project Engineer

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and installation of projects. Your role will be a senior active member of the Engineering community, site technical team, the local engineering team, and assigned project team(s). Provide a competitive advantage to the business, deploying your engineering know-how to successfully execute and deliver projects. These roles will either be based out of Gainesville, FL or Jackson, TN.

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a comparable technical position – food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry preferable.
• Proficiency in understanding of engineering principals – knowledge of engineering disciplines: Process, Packaging, Electrical, Construction or Construction Management.
• In-depth understanding of designated functional engineering area of expertise – Process or Packaging.
• Ability to travel approximately 50% or more, depending on project demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing projects to deliver safe, secure, and environmentally responsible results.
• Engaging project team members, encouraging them to proactively perform assigned tasks.
• Managing multiple responsibilities including project execution, functional support and self-development, concentrating on growing the role.
• Contributing to a winning environment that promotes safety, trust and confidence.
• Complying with and reinforcing safety, security and environmental policies.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.