Jr. Project Engineer

Jr. Project Engineer

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you! Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Then come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project! #IWorkForAllForGood

Job Description Summary: The Project Engineer Assistant will acts as the right hand of the lead Project Manager, performs engineering work, using normal engineering practices, assist in keeping within budget and timelines. This position helps by utilizing management skills, assist in technical solutions and cost estimates to support the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work as part of construction project team to ensure that project plans are being follow as directed by the Senior responsible Engineer.
• Participate in daily safety briefings
• Participate in daily / weekly / monthly project timeline updates
• Assist Senior Engineer in checking work completed against drawings.
• Fill in / assist the Senior Engineer as needed to ensure project completion and success
• Be out and about on construction site daily.
• Interact with General Contractor, and Sub. Contractors crews on a daily basis to achieve success and a safe work environment for all.
• Special projects as needed or defined by the Senior Engineer.
• Organize follow-up meetings and prepare minutes, prepare progress reports and dashboard
• Monitor progress on-site and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Follow up with stakeholders to meet deadlines.
• Track and performance indicators.
• Manage project documentation and archives.
• Contribute to equipment commissioning and installation validation.
• Safely analyze and design project improvement opportunities which align with Bel's values.
• Project ownership including, pre-project planning, quantifying and presenting project options.
• Participate in design of installations and project supervision including written proposals, managing execution, cost and deadlines.
• Manage the execution of projects while holding contractors accountable. Not only to the scope of the project, but to the policies/procedures set forth by the plant.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices as stated within the policy.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures by working safely and ensuring safety of others. Follow all food safety procedures.
• Follow all environmental protocols as applicable to job to prevent pollution to air, land, or water. Follows all sanitation procedures and work instructions.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Project Manager.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelors degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering preferred. Gpa +3.0
• Desire to work in Food Industry with ability to be take position in Bel factory after construction project is completed.
• At least 5 years managing projects highly encouraged
• 2 to 3 years of working history
• Previous experience in site construction supervision or industrial coordination is a plus.
• Knowledge of budgeting process through the use of MS Excel strongly preferred
• Strong MS computer skills usage is strongly preferred
• Understanding of how to read drawings
• Ability to read tape measure or other measurement devices
• Knowledge of the following programs is a huge plus:
• Microsoft Project
• AutoCAD
• SAP
• PLC knowledge and programming ladder logic

Performance Expectations:

• Confidentiality, quality, accuracy, timeliness, reliability, and thoroughness of work performed; ability to gain the trust and respect of senior management, management team at the facility and employees, maintain the integrity of confidential business and product information; ability to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with employees at all levels of the company, ability to work with and through others is essential to accomplish goals and objectives of the Company.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, adaptability, ability to manage multiple tasks, good communication, and teamwork and team spirit.
• Safety mindset

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office and manufacturing environments. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours and average at least 40 hours a week. There will be some variation in work hours due to special projects, deadlines and other concerns. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., as well as climb ladders. Some travel will be required – US as well as international. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in the plant as required.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Relationships:

• Strong working relationships with production, QC, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Innovation, Marketing and Finance.

Acknowledgement: This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the Bel Americas CFO and his associates. All requirements are subject to change over time and to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Bel Brands is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation or assistance in using the website, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.