Sr. Site Project Engineer

Mars; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class learning and development support

Industry competitive salary and benefits package

Access to Mars University

Job summary

Mars in Flowery Branch, Georgia, is seeking a Sr. Site Project Engineer to lead the design, installation, and execution of capital projects. You will serve as a senior technical resource for the site and manage consultant engineering firms as well as electrical and mechanical installations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, along with at least 5 years of experience in a technical position. You will have strong communication skills and a proven history of managing significant capital projects, contributing to a winning environment that emphasizes safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a comparable technical position.
• Proven track record in successfully executing capital projects of greater than $2M value.
• Strong understanding of process fundamentals and utilities systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects end‑to‑end including scope development and handover.
• Manage multiple responsibilities including project execution.
• Ensure delivery of scope, timeline, budget, and cash flow.

Skills

Strong understanding of engineering principles

Communication and influencing skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree in Engineering or MBA

Job description

Job Description

As a Sr. Site Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the lead the design, installation, and execution of capital projects, serving as a senior technical resource for the site. 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 or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a comparable technical position
• A strong understanding of engineering principles demonstrated through multiple capital projects including process, packaging, electrical, construction, mechanical, or other similar applications
• Proven deep understanding of engineering principles - knowledge of engineering disciplines: Process, Packaging, Electrical/Controls, Construction, Utilities.
• Strong understanding of process fundamentals (temperature, pressure, flow) and utilities systems (steam, boilers, compressed air, water)
• Proven track record in successfully executing capital projects of greater than $2M value.
• Demonstrated ability to safely manage consultant engineering firms as well as mechanical and electrical installation contractors in a factory environment
• Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills

Preferred

• Advanced degree in Engineering or MBA
• 7+ experience in comparable technical position within food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry.
• Prior knowledge and experience in food safety and clean design a plus

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Lead capital projects end‑to‑end, including scope development, engineering, installation, commissioning, and handover.
• 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.
• Ensure delivery of scope, timeline, budget, and cash flow for all assigned engineering projects in accordance with the Engineering Work Process (EWP).
• Contributing to a winning environment which 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.
• Best‑in‑class 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.