Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description The Regional Smart Manufacturing Senior Project Engineer will transform the way we work. In this role, you will develop and drive projects amid the Smart Manufacturing portfolio. The engineer will drive these projects through detailed design, technology pilots and plant trials, project execution, startup and commissioning, value tracking and sustainment activities and project closeout. This role is expected to provide technical leadership and expertise in the evaluation, development and implementation of new manufacturing processes, controls, instruments and equipment. You will also focus on improving costs and value of existing products including, but not limited to raw material utilization, optimization of ingredients and manufacturing/production processes. Key Accountabilities Lead engineering projects or segments of larger capital projects in the testing and evaluation of new technologies to reduce cost or improve the value of existing products or processes. Utilize knowledge of products, ingredients and processes to assess alternatives and understand broad implications of possible changes and to leverage cross‑functional expertise and apply best practices to solution identification. Evaluate new technology solutions and value optimization projects with considerations for experimental design and data analysis using a science‑based approach. Establish clear deliverables for projects and utilize project charters, protocols and project reports to effectively plan, execute and document the work of the project in a timely manner using project management skills and tools. Understand customer requirements and expectations on projects and identify, maintain and defend intellectual property opportunities as they arise. Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Minimum of three years of related work experience. Experience in scientific procedure, project management, experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, and project documentation. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering with experience in plant operations, process engineering, project engineering, process controls and automation, manufacturing technology, production excellence or related technical field. Strong project management skills and experience managing a portfolio of projects simultaneously. Automation and technology development experience. Experience with technologies that exist within the company's Starches, Sweeteners, Texturizers business group. Benefits Worldwide company with excellent relocation and benefits; this job is bonus eligible. Compensation Annual Salary: $115,000–$140,000 (USD). #J-18808-Ljbffr