Director Engineering Major Project Execution, North America Mid West

As part of Next Level footprint strategy and supply network optimization, Barry Callebaut (BC) has approved recently to build a new Greenfield or Major Brownfield Chocolate Manufacturing site in USA. The Engineering Execution Director will be responsible for overall engineering execution of the project: Cost, Schedule, Safety, Permitting, Technical Readiness and others. This role will be guiding both the internal and external engineering team, developing engineering scope, estimates and schedule, applying stage-gate project management process, interfacing with external authorities regarding permit applications, executing construction and installation activities, collaborating with the start-up team, and reporting/ tracking engineering deliverables with key stakeholders which include senior leadership. The critical delivery of the role is on the creation of a new high-performance and fully capable greenfield/ major brownfield site that achieves Vertical Start Up (VSU) status and within budget, adherence to schedule, zero TRIR, in line with corporate strategies, targets and objectives. Key responsibilities include: It is expected that the candidate has extensive experience in major capex project execution at blue chip companies and have also experienced initiative/ project start-ups applying TPM Early Management methodologies including CQV/ IQOQPQ. He/she will provide guidance on setting up and driving an engineering project team (internal & external) that have as end goal the delivery of VSU and other critical KPIs., with support of start-up teams and program director, to deliver a smooth start-up of the US greenfield/ major brownfield site, covering SC balanced score cards across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People and Environment. Typical deliverables are: • Zero TRIR and compliance process safety/people safety standards • Zero quality defects and compliance with BC and local Food Safety Standards • Meeting Ram-up curve up to OEE +85% • Adherence to schedule (no delay) • Adherence to both Capex budgets (no overruns) Scope: • Overall Manage and deliver US greenfield/ major brownfield project from an engineering standpoint • Manage/ guide the engineering teams (internal & external), interface with other internal & external stakeholders, report/ track progress of the engineering execution, organize and lead regular technical steering team meetings and other including senior leadership. • Be member and contributor to Global Engineering Community, a part of global engineering leadership team and setting and agreeing directions to be deployed as part of his/her role About you: • Bachelor/Master's Degree required in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical) • Advanced level of English • 12+ years of experience in an engineering environment, food process or CPG industry • Extensive experience in major greenfield/ brownfield development, execution and start-up • Experience in managing engineering department or different technical departments • Team leadership and development experience • Technical skills to understand and develop all core processes • Accounting & budgeting skills • Knowledgeable in MS Office Suite, SAP and engineering software • In depth expertise in methodologies, such as: TPM, IM (Imitative Management) and Stage-gate Project Management • Ability to work with ambiguity, breakthrough thinking, keep people accountable and directing them to right paths • In principle fully allocated to US greenfield/ major brownfield project, also expected to travel for global meetings - 30% average travel depending on project cycle. What you can expect from Barry Callebaut: • Salary Range of $150,000 - $180,000, depending on factors such as experience and location, plus annual bonus and our comprehensive benefits package. • MyFlex PTO (unlimited!) and Paid Holidays • Hybrid work environment • An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women's Forum and the Racial Equality Forum! • Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth. • Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.