Technical Project Lead - AGV & Warehouse Automation

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 94,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability Insurance

Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

PepsiCo 1NA Engineering is seeking a technical project manager to lead the execution of the Frito Lay Plant Warehouse’s AGV, productivity, and maintenance projects. You will scope, design, and guide installation across cross-functional teams.

The role requires 6–8 years of engineering experience, strong analytical and CAD skills, and willingness to travel 25–40%. You will manage risks, coordinate contractors, and drive project definition and execution.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 6-8 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical and computer skills; CAD skills preferred.
• Proven ability to multi-task.
• Experience in project definition and execution.
• Ability to travel: 25–40%.

Responsibilities

• Lead scoping and design recommendations for AGV, productivity, and maintenance projects.
• Support installation and start-up activities for new AGV, productivity, and maintenance projects.
• Participate in and lead cross-functional teams of colleagues and outside resources.
• Apply engineering principles to problem solving and managing unexpected changes.
• Manage, communicate and mitigate project risks.
• Develop, manage and execute equipment installation and start-up plans while supervising outside contractors and vendors.
• Manage multiple simultaneous project deliverables, accelerated timelines and competing priorities.
• Partner with OEMs to continuously improve equipment design offerings, upgrades, training, and maintenance initiatives.
• Expected travel: 25% to 40%.

Skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Project management

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

PepsiCo 1NA Engineering is seeking a technical project manager to lead the execution of the Frito Lay Plant Warehouse’s AGV, productivity, and maintenance projects. You will scope, design, and guide installation across cross-functional teams.

The role requires 6–8 years of engineering experience, strong analytical and CAD skills, and willingness to travel 25–40%. You will manage risks, coordinate contractors, and drive project definition and execution.