What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at Ferrero?
Engineering & Industrial Development
Job ID:
73413
Franklin Park, IL, US (On-Site)
Permanent
About the Role:
The Project Engineering team is responsible for all the activities related to designing and executing industrial investment projects, providing support as a technical point of reference during project execution and ensuring the capitalization of experiences on plants, looking for opportunities and ideas for improvement.
Main Responsibilities:
- Execute specification design activities, defining required technical features.
- Support the start-up of new machinery
- Oversee the technology diffusion among plants, within times, costs and quality standards defined (e.g. service level) for each order and ensures know-how transfer to the plant
- Be responsible for the execution of industrial investment projects
- Act as a technical point of reference during all project execution, including safety-related matters
- Oversee post-execution technical assistance activities to machinery
- Operate as a point of reference for the sourcing department, providing support in defining sourcing strategies, collecting and evaluating offers, and assessing and selecting suppliers
- Ensure a proper technical documentation for machinery and its continuous update
- Ensure the drafting of technical documentation related to the investment projects
About You:
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent) or proven technical leadership and project engineering experience in project development and implementation
- Skills in industrial automation area will be considered a plus
- Ideally 2-3 years of work experience
- Experience in food packing industrial application will be considered a plus
- Good attitude for working in team and coordinating different internal stakeholders
- Problem solving skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Availability to frequent business trip and international mobility is mandatory
IT Skills:
- SAP
- CAD - Autodesk
Compensation Data:
The base salary range for this position is $71,445 - $95,260 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.
In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits. Learn more about our benefits at
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
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.
Ferrero N.A. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Our Application Process
We're constantly looking for talented individuals who are ready to be part of our dynamic and growing organization. Ferrero is a company with a global presence and family values. Join us
1. Apply
Complete your online application, upload your CV and include brief cover letter to help us understand your experience and interests
2. Assess
Our HR team will arrange a phone or video interview if we feel your qualifications are a good match for the job
3. Interview
If the first interview goes well, you'll be invited to speak with a Ferrero manager to assess your competencies, technical aptitude and fit within our dynamic organization
Salary : $71,445 - $95,260