Sr. Project Engineer

Mars Incorporated; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Incorporated in Georgia seeks a Sr. Project Engineer responsible for the design and installation of projects.

You will be a senior member of the Engineering community, site technical team, the local engineering team, and assigned project team(s) to apply engineering know-how to successfully execute and deliver projects that provide a competitive advantage. Responsibilities include leading end-to-end projects with emphasis on safety, security, and environmental sustainability; engaging with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of project coordination/management experience.
• Experience with safety, security and environmental compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to drive tasks to completion and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end projects with emphasis on safety, security, and environmental sustainability.
• Engage project teams to foster proactive ownership of tasks.
• Multi-task across project execution, cross-functional support, and self-development.
• Foster a positive team environment rooted in trust and safety policies.
• Ensure compliance with all Mars safety, security and environmental policies.

Skills

Project coordination

Project management

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Team motivation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical)

Tools

PMP

CAPM

OSHA

NEBOSH

Job description

Job Description

As a Sr. 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). Additionally, you will be responsible for deploying his/her engineering know-how to successfully execute and deliver projects to the business that provide a competitive advantage.

What are we looking for?

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• 4+ years of experience in medium scale ($2 - $10M) project coordination or project management
• Demonstrated experience working within structured safety, security, and environmental compliance frameworks.
• Proven track record of motivating team members and driving project tasks to completion.
• Strong multi-tasking abilities with experience balancing project execution
• Basic understanding of engineering principals - knowledge of engineering disciplines: Process, Packaging, Electrical, Construction or Computer Services
• In-depth understanding of designated functional engineering area of expertise (for specific job requirement i.e. controls, process, packaging)
• Ability to travel approximately 30-50% depending on project demands.

Preferred:

• 8+ years of experience managing large scale (greater than $10M) cross-functional project teams in safety-critical or highly regulated environments.
• Project Management experience within CPG (food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry)
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or equivalent safety certifications (e.g., OSHA, NEBOSH).

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Lead and manage end-to-end projects with an unwavering commitment to safety, security, and environmental sustainability.
• Active engagement with project team members, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages proactive ownership of tasks.
• Multi-task seamlessly across project execution, cross-functional support, and continuous self-development to expand the impact of your role.
• Champion a positive, winning team environment rooted in psychological safety, mutual trust, and shared confidence.
• Consistently align with, model, and reinforce all company safety, security, and environmental policies.
• Managing projects to deliver safe, secure, and environmentally responsible results

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.

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