VIE - Project Engineer - UNITED STATES

Bel Group; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bel Group is seeking an English-speaking electrical or mechanical engineer to support a Brookings, SD expansion project. You will assist the Engineering Project Manager with communications, reporting, and coordination of equipment deliveries and installation.

You will lead aspects of the Brookings Expansion as needed, working with site contractors and local suppliers, and collaborate with the project accountant on capex. This 18-month assignment requires rigorous planning and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Engineer with electrical or mechanical background, focused on food industry, processes, or industrial project management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Fluency in English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Engineering Project Manager for preparing overall project communications and reporting on timely basis.
• Support the Engineering Manager during the Brookings Expansion Project.
• Assist with all aspects of equipment deliveries and installation.
• Directly lead Brookings Expansion (as per expertise) liaising with site contractors or local suppliers; report progress daily/weekly to central team.
• Collaborate with project accountant on capex expenses (spent, committed, cash outs).
• Apply project management practices from equipment design to vertical startup.

Skills

Good communication

Organized

Fluent English

French preferred

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

At Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

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COMPANY

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.6 billion in 2022.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

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LOCATION AND DURATION

United States – South Dakota - Brookings

18 months

MAIN MISSIONS

Reporting to the Sr. Engineering Manager of the project and with a functional link to the Geographical Engineering Director, you will be responsible for:

• Support the Engineering Project Manager for preparing the overall project communications and reporting on timely basis.
• Support the Engineering Manager during the Brookings Expansion Project.
• Support of Engineering Project Manager for all aspects of equipment deliveries and installation.
• Directly lead Brookings Expansion (depending on type of expertise) in contact with site contractors or local suppliers. In this regard to report to the Engineering Project Manager provide frequent update (daily/weekly) to central team on overall project progress.
• Work with & support project accountant on capex expenses (spent, committed, cash outs).
• Use expertise and resources in Project Management to create and maintain practices from equipment design to vertical startup.
• Work with vendors to promote and ensure a safe working environment.

PROFILE

• You are an electrical or mechanical engineer specializing in food industry, processes, or industrial project management. You are familiar with the areas related to cheese production such as manufacturing, quality, safety, and the environment.
• You are well organized and a good communicator, and are known for your rigor, particularly in respecting deadlines.
• You demonstrate good collaboration and communication skills.
• You are fluent in English and speaking French would be a plus.
• You meet the following criteria below to undertake a VIE in the United States.

BEFORE APPLYING, BE SURE YOU RESPECT BUSINESS FRANCE CONDITIONS:

• Being aged over 18 and under 28. (The latest your assignment can start is on the day of your 29th birthday. No exceptions can be made).
• You must have French or European nationality (i.e. be a national of a Member State of the European Economic Area, which includes the 28 Member States of the European Union including Norway, Iceland, Lichtenstein and Monaco).
• Your must have fully complied with any national service obligations in your country of origin.

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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