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Project Engineer

Ferrero
Augusta, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/15/2026
About the Role:

We have a current opening for a Project Engineer and are actively reviewing applications.

The scope of the Project Engineer is to develop and deliver a wide range of plant and corporate based capital projects within budget and timeline. The Project Engineer is responsible for the entire life of a project (from concept, to design, through execution, commissioning, and start-up).

The Project Engineer is the main point of reference for technical know-how for new investment projects within the local area of the North American Region, providing the necessary technical support to the Plant Team (Augusta Leadership Team) and communicating to Ferrero’s Central Engineering the improvement opportunities and issues –innovation and new technology. Undertake the role of project manager for all capital investments.

The job requires to be familiar with an Industrial manufacturing setting, basics of project management and proficient with Excel/AutoCAD/MS project.

Core working hours 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

Main Responsibilities:

Design

  • Contribute to the design and innovation know-how of the plants
  • Evaluate technical requests from the plants and propose solutions
  • Verify the correct application of engineering principles and of the technical specifications of new and existing equipment

Project management

  • An active participant of the project team for the design and execution of new investment projects
  • Capable to undertake the role of project manager for this team
  • Flexible work schedule based on assignment or timing of tasks (days, nights, weekends and holidays)
  • Asset management (destruction and idling of old and capitalization of new assets)
  • Project budget and timeline
  • Engineering status reports including,
  • Status reviews for Bakery Management
  • Project Cash flow forecasts
  • Detailed project spending status and spending forecast reports for engineering projects.
  • Project scope of work, bid documents, bid walks, vendor selection and procurement alignment

Collaboration and sharing

  • Provide feedback to Ferrero Engineering Central concerning operational aspects of new machinery and equipment
  • Escalate to Ferrero Engineering Central in case of complex issues
  • Promote the sharing of the technical knowledge/experiences among plants

Plant technical Certifications

  • Participate in the activities to obtain plant technical Certifications – for example, UNI, ISO Certificaions, support food safety certifications (AIB, NSF) as well as supporting EHS certifications and processes

Scouting/evaluation of new suppliers

  • Support, for technical aspects, Technical Sourcing department in the scouting and evaluation of new suppliers
  • Participate in technical activities regarding the preparation of tenders and evaluation of offers

About You:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, automation); Masters in Engineering is considered an asset

Knowledge of product technology, production methods, manufacturing and food sector

Knowledge of design of machines and tools;

Knowledge and familiarity with project management principles

Knowledge and use of Excel, Autocad (3D), MS project, PowerPoint, SAP, BIM (Building Information Modelling);

What We Offer:

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

Find out more here.

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