Nestle's Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestle R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value.

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Nestle Development Center Marysville is one of the longest-standing R&D centers in Nestle's worldwide network. Here, we are the home of great coffee innovation - we provide technical development expertise for beverage products, working on well renowned brands Starbuck's, Coffee-Mate, Nescafe and Blue Bottle. Whether it is in terms of convenience, health or pleasure, we are committed to creating delicious beverages for our consumers. We make a difference with our passion for coffee.

Position Summary:

Project Engineer leads the installation of Capital Projects by applying the tools/processes of professional project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, documentation, and closure.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Participate in designing production lines and capital procurements decisions and transferring processes from pilot plant scale to industrialization.
• Manage site projects to support pilot plants or facilities.
• Effectively communicate project status through written technical documentation and oral presentations.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with vendors, other departments, Nestle operating companies worldwide, and international personnel.
• Effectively interact with technical colleagues in other departments to ensure a safe and successful installation.
• Keep current updates in the Engineering and Project Management field, particularly in the Coffee, and RTD Beverage category Standards, Guideline, Manufacturing instructions and Laboratory instructions.
• Comply with Nestle Integrated Management System and all other company policies and procedures.
• Supervise the installation of equipment without safety issues and training of personnel.
• Lead developing engineering projects as part of a multidisciplinary team contributing to the project's success.
• Supports capital project, justification, budgeting, timeline, and implementation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by leading/participating in structured problem-solving efforts.

Job Qualifications (Minimum Education, Experience, and Knowledge)

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline)
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in a related field
• Minimum of 1 year of project management experience
• Working knowledge of project cost and timeline control principles and support drawings for projects.
• Food processing experience a plus
• SAP knowledge a plus
• Knowledge and experience in the Process Installation area
• Ensure technical standards for process installations (steam systems, process piping, industrial safety and environmental regulations) are followed.
• Understanding of the project management field
• Planning and organizational skills
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Computer knowledge (Microsoft Office/Project)
• Ability to travel worldwide 5%
• Ability to read a P&ID drawing.

Essential Competencies

• Excellent Interpersonal and Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Self-starter with strong work ethics, integrity, and honesty
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and lead projects.
• Understanding and mindset for quality and safety.
• Results Focus
• Practice What You Preach
• Proactive Cooperation
• Know Yourself
• Initiative

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