Senior Project Engineer

Lindt & Sprüngli

$117K — $153K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred in Mechatronics, Automation, or Electric Engineering)
  • 3-5 years of experience managing manufacturing capital projects
  • Experience with projects exceeding $3 million
  • Familiarity with EHSS requirements in food production
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective collaboration across all organizational levels
  • Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD, ERP knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

  • Design, plan and organize multiple new installation projects with minimal supervision
  • Develop and maintain project scope, budget, timeline and success criteria
  • Utilize expert knowledge of PM fundamentals and Early Equipment Management process
  • Identify areas for improvement in production and business processes
  • Conduct independent investigations for project solutions
  • Coordinate equipment orders and specifications with suppliers
  • Ensure successful handover of projects to Production and Maintenance through training and documentation

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth within the company
  • Access to Continuous Improvement initiatives
  • Collaborative work environment across multiple departments
  • Supportive company culture that values innovation and process excellence
  • Potential for travel, offering exposure to various project sites
  • Health and safety focused work practices
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Senior Project Engineer manages capital improvement projects to build, maintain, and improve the manufacturing infrastructure. The Engineering Department's purpose is to Deliver Great Solutions by being both innovative and brilliant at the basics.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Design, plan and organize multiple new installations projects with minimal supervision
  • Develops and maintains project scope, budget, timeline and success criteria to meet given objectives
  • Uses good PM fundamentals including the existing Early Equipment Management process with expert ability
  • Identify areas for process improvement in production and business processes
  • Carry out independent concept investigations for solutions to assigned projects
  • Work with suppliers to order, specify, test and approve new equipment
  • Coordinate mechanical and electrical installation requirements with both outside contractors and internal resources where applicable
  • Ensure efficient hand over of new installations to Production and Maintenance Departments through proper training and documentation of new equipment and/or packaging/process systems
  • Serve as a resource for Maintenance when expert and in-depth information is required for troubleshooting and preventative work on new equipment
  • Participates in the process improvement teams as a team member in other Continuous Improvement initiatives as needed


MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • BS/A Degree in Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing capital project management position; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Mechatronics, Automation and Electric Engineering degrees are preferred
  • Food or pharmaceutical background preferred; Chocolate experience desired
  • Ability to effectively collaborate on all levels, functions, and departments
  • Management of +3MM capital projects
  • Food or pharmaceutical background preferred; Chocolate experience desired
  • Possess knowledge about EHSS (environmental, health, safety, security) requirements in a food production plant
  • Ability to work effectively in a Union environment
  • Computer literacy in MS Office and Auto Cad; ERP knowledge is a plus
  • Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
  • Clear oral and written presentation skills


Other Job Requirements
  • Must be able to work seated or standing for at least 8 hours
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs
  • Travel is required, the amount of travel is dependent on the projects being managed
  • Must be able to concentrate for extended periods of time paying close attention to detail
  • Generally, works in a regular office environment
  • In support of projects, working in the field is occasionally required
  • Conditions in the field include:
    • Ability to climb stairs and ladders; must be able to work from heights
    • Exposure to vibration, moving mechanical parts and loud noise
    • Capable of using protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses/goggles, safety shoes, hearing protection, air masks, respirators, etc. in the performance of job duties
    • Ability to work in extreme temperatures and will be exposed to heat, cold, wind, rain, dust, confined spaces, elevated areas, dirt, ash particles and fuel particles
    • Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
    • Must be able to kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required


Salary: $117770 to $153080 / year

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