Sr Engineering Manager, Capital Projects

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking a

Sr. Project Engineer Manager to join our team!

Who We Are:

We are jointly owned by Suntory and PepsiCo. Suntory is a family-owned business founded in Japan more than 125 years ago that is known globally for their beverages and innovative spirit. PepsiCo has a 125-year plus legacy as a global leader in convenient foods and beverages. We represent Suntory’s non-alcoholic beverage industry in the United States and have an 80-year plus legacy of providing PepsiCo products to the Carolinas and beyond.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

As part of our Engineering team, the primary function of this position will be to drive the development and execution of strategic capital projects for Pepsi Bottling Ventures (PBV).

This role interacts with individuals from Operations, Engineering, Commercial, Demand Planning, and other key business units within PBV.

This role will also work directly with manufacturing and warehouse sites to develop, modify, and implement plans for capacity and program initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Capital Project Management

• Lead the delivery of large, complex and/or multi-site capital projects from concept to closure.

Commercial & Financial Management

• Own project financial performance, activities, and reporting including capital expenditure, cashflow, forecasting, and contingency management.

Portfolio & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with senior stakeholders across engineering, supply chain, innovation, finance and leadership teams.

Technical Leadership, Coaching & Knowledge Sharing

• Provide technical guidance, informal coaching, and subject‑matter expertise to Engineering and project team members in support of project goals.

Continuous Improvement & Change Management

• Drive continuous improvement in all areas of influence i.e., safety, quality, process, and efficiency.

Engineering

• Collaborate and drive network and plant strategies for capacity growth, productivity, innovation, and sustainability.

Environmental, Health & Safety

• Proactively identify and mitigate critical risks associated with projects and operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related engineering discipline required.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Five (5) or more years of capital engineering project-based experience required.
• Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience is a plus.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in in the food and beverage or similar CPG industry required.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Six Sigma certificate preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required and must be able to meet PBV driving qualifications.
• Must have strong knowledge management, process, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis is a plus.
• Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD is a plus.
• Understanding of the basics of finance, product cost accounting, and food and beverage manufacturing.
• Understanding and ability to apply theory of constraints and v-curve theory in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Knowledge of primary packaging equipment and materials/processes (fillers, plastics, aluminum, bottles, cans, caps/closures), secondary/tertiary packaging equipment (cartoners, case packers, palletizers), and plant infrastructure and manufacturing utility support systems (Ammonia cooling, low/high pressure air, water treatment systems, etc.) required.
• Experience with technologies dealing with CSDs, juices, teas, and pasteurization highly preferred.
• Strong computer skills including CAD, MS Project, and MS365 Suite, SAP is a plus.
• Must be willing to work weekends or off-hours as necessary, and travel up to 40% per year, both nationally and internationally.

Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.

BENEFITS:

As part of your total compensation package, you will also receive the following benefits:

• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days, parental leave, and bereavement leave
• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as supplemental health plan options, including accident, critical illness, and hospitalization
• Saving and spending accounts
• Company-paid telemedicine services
• Free counseling and information services
• Wellness program
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid disability coverage
• Adoption assistance
• Education assistance
• Legal service plan option
• Pay advance option

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person