Expert Project Engineer

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

 

Our roots were planted here in 1894, and we have since expanded to 24 manufacturing facilities nationwide. St. Louis, a hidden gem, offers a unique blend of big-city amenities and a small-town feel. Discover a rich culture, world-class schools, top-notch healthcare, and affordable living. With neighborhoods to suit every lifestyle, St. Louis is the perfect place to call home. Join us in this vibrant city, where we proudly work together to make a difference in the lives of people, our pets, and the environment.  

  

The Expert Project Engineer will manage small, minor and major capital projects from end to end and all key components of major capital projects (concept, scope, cost, resources, funding, etc.)  They maintain visibility to the design process and assure adherence to all established key components and project deliverables and directly manage overall project execution including construction and commissioning.  The Expert Project Engineer will coordinate with the client as well as various other groups inside and outside of the organization  

  

• Assist in the development of pre-project approval documents including project charter, project management plan, project kick start, estimate and milestone schedule creation.   

• Ensure design progress and deliverables are met in adherence to established project key components.   

• Receive design details from the design team with full understanding of project deliverables to coordinate bid package development and release for construction bidding and field execution.   

• Direct and execute installation, construction and commissioning of assigned projects.   

• Manage adherence to project milestones and project scope and secure approvals for all changes in projects based on engineering ways of working methodology.   

• Provide construction management and plant startup assistance to ensure successful project execution.  

  

Requirements  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field and 7+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, military or related field  

OR  

• Associate's Degree and 10+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, military or related field  

  

Other  

• Must be willing to travel up to 30-75% depending on project schedules and milestones 

 

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

 

The approximate yearly pay range for this position is $125,000 - $168,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

REQUISITION ID
386701