Mars Inc

Principal Project Engineer

Mars Inc$134K — $184K *
Waco, TX 76706In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering; advanced degree or certifications like MBA or PMP preferred.
  • 10+ years in a technical role, preferably in food, beverage, or pharmaceutical sectors.
  • Strong understanding of project management principles and engineering disciplines.
  • Deep expertise in a functional engineering area.
  • Skills in communication, planning, leadership, and innovation management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop high-performing project teams in a supportive and results-oriented environment.
  • Provide engineering direction to collaboratively plan and execute projects with stakeholders.
  • Implement standardized project management processes for scope, budget, schedule, and risk management.
  • Champion technical excellence and innovation for efficient project outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards while fostering knowledge sharing.

Benefits

  • Collaborate with a diverse team of talented colleagues.
  • Be part of a purpose-driven company focused on shaping the future.
  • Access to continuous learning opportunities through Mars University.
  • Receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including bonuses and retirement plans.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Principal Project Engineer

This Principal Project Engineer will be a Project Manager responsible for all aspects of planning and executing projects/programs from ideation to project closure. The person in this role will potentially lead projects in process areas, buildings and infrastructure, general manufacturing processes, and packaging systems depending on business needs. The role owns overall leadership of major capital projects through the Mars Snacking Engineering Execution Standard for executional excellence in project delivery. These roles will either be based out of Elizabethtown, PA, Hackettstown, NJ, Waco, TX, or require significant travel to all of our other major sites across North America.

What are we looking for?
  • Bachelor's of Science in engineering; an advanced degree in engineering, MBA or PMP certification considered a plus.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in an comparable technical position - food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry preferable.
  • In-Depth understanding of project management principals and general knowledge of engineering disciplines: Building, Infrastructure, Civil, Utilities, Process, Packaging, Electrical, Construction or Computer Service.
  • In-depth understanding of functional engineering area of expertise.
  • Action Oriented, Interpersonal Savvy, Communication Skills, Planning, Self-Development, Dealing with Ambiguity, Creativity, Innovation Management.
  • Developing and executing projects.
  • Managing direct reports or project teams.
  • 20-60% travel requirement.


What will your key responsibilities be?
  • Build and lead high-performing teams while fostering a safe, trusting, and results-driven environment.
  • Provide engineering leadership and direction to plan, scope, and execute projects in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Apply standardized project management processes to manage scope, budget, schedule, risks, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Drive technical excellence, innovation, and sound engineering decisions to ensure competitive, feasible, and efficient project outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and engineering standards while promoting knowledge sharing and consistent ways of working.


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.
  • A strong focus on 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.


The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 134,400.00 - USD 184,800.00

About Mars Inc

Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products. It was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Mars operates in six business segments: Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, and Symbioscience. Some of its most popular brands include M&M's, Snickers, Twix, Milky Way, Skittles, and Pedigree. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has set a goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 67% by 2050.
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125,000 employees
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Founded
1911

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