Project Engineer

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Job Purpose

Lead the implementation of diverse projects on site from justification and technical design through to successful implementation and commissioning of projects on site. Projects are of a capital or engineeringinvestment nature and vary in size and complexity, including site master plans, renovations, engineering studies, new constructions, or utilities.

You will report to the Operations Manager and work on-site in our manufacturing site located at Pedro Escobedo, Querétaro (relocation allowance provided).

Main responsibilities

Strategy design and execution

Contribute to the design of the Regional Project Engineering plan by advising its management regarding project feasibility.

Prepare business cases, designs related to project plans, and coordinate their execution upon approval by sponsor (s) and steering committee(s).

Project management

Manage capital projects.

Develop project scopes, cost estimations, credit applications, and specifications

Monitor compliance with design and construction parameters, respecting all norms and regulations, and EHS.

Monitor project execution parameters, including timing, detailed cost estimate, list of deliverables, and implement corrective actions whenever necessary.

Co-lead tender process with suppliers and contractors.

Implement and apply appropriate project monitoring tools.

Support project teams in the project execution.

Support local project management in resource and contingency planning.

Conduct hazard studies, risk assessments, and process optimisations.

Control contractors on-site for the projects managed.

Report project status and budgetary control for approved projects.

Produce all required design documents.

Build the project plan(s) within the approved budget.

People management

Contribute to the annual human resources processes by providing feedback to line managers regarding the performance of project team members.

Work with the respective line managers and HR Business Partner(s) in developing project management capabilities in the Engineering function.

Contribute to the development and promotion of functional talents within and outside the Engineering function.

Academic background

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or related discipline. Mechatronics Engineering will be highly appreciated.

Plant Engineering or Maintenance Certification

Advanced level of English

Experience

At least 5 years of experience in factory engineering/maintenance, including management of multi-country/multiple process engineering projects involving resources from diverse disciplines.

1 year of experience in people management preferred.

Experience working with diverse cultures and multidisciplinary specialists (internal and external).

Experience working in complex/matrix organizations (incl. Global CoE setup).

Technical skills

Good command in project management, using TPM, KPI, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and project controlling tools.

Good command of stakeholder management and communications.

Good knowledge of EHS rules and guidelines.

Good knowledge of financial concepts (e.g., OPEX, CAPEX) and tools (e.g., SAP).

Good negotiation skills to support procurement in managing contractors.

Annual bonus and PTU.

30-day Aguinaldo.

Excellent medical insurance plan.

Excellent Savings Plan.

Gym pass benefits.

In-company English lessons.

Company cell phone.

Career Development Opportunities with access to many virtual learning sessions.

International working environment

Quality of Life program

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.
Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.