Senior Project Engineer (CPE)

Amcor; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Flexible time off

Company-paid holidays

Wellbeing program

HSA/Medical account

Life insurance & AD&D

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Amcor is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to drive plant engineering projects across multiple sites, focusing on building systems, infrastructure, and operational improvements. The role collaborates with cross‑functional teams to deliver safe, efficient, and cost‑effective project solutions.

Responsibilities include leading projects, establishing guidelines, and promoting best practices while coordinating with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required; chemical/mechanical preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; 2D CAD experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Foundational business acumen and understanding of capex vs. opex preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own projects at multiple sites from start to finish with projects periodically exceeding $1MM.
• Present major projects to senior and business group leadership.
• Plan and manage capital projects or support plant personnel as required.
• Establish guidelines for plant systems to ensure proper maintenance and safety standards.
• Report and implement corporate best practices across facilities.
• Communicate best practices and lead training for technical teams at the site level.
• Identify and drive cost‑reduction opportunities related to utilities and efficiency improvements.
• Provide infrastructure project priorities across business units.

Skills

Strong written & oral communication

Project leadership

Project management

Travel readiness

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

2D CAD

Job description

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world‑class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.comI LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube

Job Description

• Purpose

The Senior Project Engineer supports plant engineering projects and manages corporate programs related to building systems, infrastructure, and operational improvement. The role works across multiple locations and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to develop and execute safe, efficient, and effective project solutions.

• Responsibilities

2.1 Safety & Security

• Maintain awareness of facility systems and follow procedures to ensure safe, event‑free operations.
• Respond to emergencies or potential emergencies according to established procedures.
• Observe, respond to, and report any process or product non‑conformity.
• Maintain security diligence by controlling key cards, preventing unauthorized facility access, and safeguarding company equipment.

2.2 Training

• Successfully complete Primary Duties outlined in Section 4.0 and associated training.
• Authorities
• Pause work and notify the Safety Lead when encountering unsafe environments or practices.
• Initiate actions to prevent occurrences of non‑conformity in products or quality systems.
• Recommend or provide solutions through designated channels.
• Suggest and verify actions for continual improvement of products, processes, facilities, and systems.
• Primary Duties

Tasks Assigned By The CPE Director, Including

4.1 Project Leadership

• Own projects at multiple sites from start to finish with projects periodically exceeding $1MM.
• Present major projects to senior and business group leadership.
• Plan and manage capital projects or support plant personnel as required.

4.2 Standards & Best Practices

• As a subject matter expert in infrastructure systems:
• Establish guidelines for plant systems to ensure proper maintenance and safety standards.
• Report and implement corporate best practices across facilities.
• Communicate best practices and lead training for technical teams at the site level.

4.3 Cost & Efficiency Improvement

• Identify and drive cost‑reduction opportunities related to utilities and efficiency improvements.
• Annual savings and avoidance targets in excess of $750K
• Evaluate OEM vendors and build strategic relationships that support high‑quality, cost‑effective solutions with long‑term value.

4.4 Facility & Infrastructure Support

• Support equipment moves, plant consolidations, and expansions to ensure infrastructure readiness.
• Evaluate plants during site visits to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure system issues and assist plants with problem resolution.
• Assess existing facilities or planned expansions to establish initial project budgets.
• Provide infrastructure project priorities across business units.
• Qualifications / Education Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required; degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering Preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, design, lead, and manage projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel approximately 50% of the time.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools; 2D CAD experience preferred.
• Foundational business acumen and understanding of capex vs. opex preferred.

Two Of Three Are Required

• Minimum 7 years of experience required.
• Experience leading people daily whether direct or indirect management.
• Experience running at least 3 projects in excess of $1MM

Our Expectations

We Expect Our People To Be Guided By The Amcor Way And Demonstrate Our Values Every Day To Enable The Business To Win. We Are Winning When

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full‑time salaried employees
• Company‑paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)