Sr. Project Engineer

General Mills, Inc; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills Hannibal plant seeks a Senior Project Engineer to execute capital projects, from scope development and cost estimation to system design, equipment sizing and procurement.

This role reports to the Plant Technical Manager and demands leadership of cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, within-budget project outcomes and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of project engineering experience in a continuous manufacturing environment.
• Prior capital project management experience.
• Demonstrated leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineer on capital projects including budget, schedule and construction management.
• Develop and maintain system design standards; improve existing standards as needed.
• Collaborate with Research & Development, Quality, Manufacturing and Finance teams.
• Ensure compliance with plant manufacturing, engineering, quality and research functions.
• Provide innovative technical solutions to meet business objectives and productivity goals.
• Support annual capital planning and capital program management for an operating department.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

POSITION OVERVIEW

In this role, the Senior Project Engineer is responsible for executing capital projects at their plant, which includes scope development, cost estimation, system design, equipment sizing and selection, procurement, installation, check-out, and start-up. This role will provide technical solutions across the site, working with a cross-functional team.

This role is in the General Mills Hannibal plant, which is part of our North American supply chain. The Hannibal Plant supports the Meals and Baking and Snacks Operating Units. This role reports to the Plant Technical Manager.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead Engineer on capital projects - overall project management, budget, schedule management, construction management, start-up, conceptual phases, project close-out, scope development, cost estimation, system design, equipment sizing and selection, procurement, installation, check- out
• Lead system design standards development for divisional unit operations. Includes improvements to existing standards using appropriate technical evaluation and involvement
• Maintain engineering interface with business unit team - maintain close working relationship with Research & Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Operations leadership, and Financial operations
• Maintains General Mills specifications and standards of construction. Partners with General Mills internal engineering standards owners to clarify and refine specifications
• Provide innovative technical solutions required to meet business objectives with emphasis on productivity
• Provide support to annual capital planning process, which may include development and management of the capital program for an operating department
• Utilize Continuous Improvement tools, including but not limited to Early Management, Specialized Maintenance, Autonomous Maintenance, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Induced Failure Testing, and support Continuous Improvement and Phase Progression efforts

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related degree with applicable experience or extensive relevant work experience
• 3+ years of project engineering experience in a continuous manufacturing environment
• Prior capital project management experience
• Demonstrated skills in executing several large concurrent assignments with emphasis on project management, productivity, and packing development
• Demonstrated technical leadership, adaptability, analytical and problem-solving skills, decision making, troubleshooting, communications, team management, and human relations skills
• Strong ability to involve operators and mechanics in the project process
• Experience working with plant technicians, leadership staff, outside vendors, and managing contractors and engineering firms
• Must have a good understanding of packaging and processing systems and a working knowledge of plant manufacturing, engineering, quality, and research functions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years in relevant food manufacturing with engineering experience
• Construction Management experience
• Understanding of Food Manufacturing regulatory Requirements (Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, etc.)
• Experience working with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and OSHA regulations
• Experience with continuous improvement, LEAN, Six Sigma, TPM, or related processes

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is:

$95,300 - $119,325 Annual

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST