Sr Project Engineer

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. 

We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer. In this highly dynamic and visible role you will be responsible to manage capital projects in 10+ locations and work with operations on process improvement activities across our network in the US

What you’ll do: 

• Lead or support of CAPEX projects 1M to 10M+ USD from development to delivery
• Develop, engineer, implement and monitor all aspects of projects
• Work with the plants in development and execution of Capital Appropriation Requests. 
• Coordinate development, procurement, installations, commissioning, formal hand over and project closure
• Ensure project budgets are closely controlled and forecast spend is apparent at all times from concept to closure
• Lead/attend internal and external review, progress meetings, document project status and issues
• Facilitate and/or execute Continuous Improvement activities through analyzing facility and equipment capital needs, maintenance/repair programs, production processes and activities.
• Support maintenance and sustainability programs.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering or equivalent
• 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing facility or engineering function managing and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously
• Background in an FMCG Manufacturing Environment (Food, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Personal Care or similar) - Preferred
• Experience in manufacturing plants or corporate engineering positions - preferred
• Knowledge and experience with food manufacturing processes, drying, liquid compounding Preferred.
• Project Management certification (Prince 2, PMP) Preferred
• Travel required – Typically 50% dependent on project location and phase – up to 80 % in construction and start-up. Flexibility and availability are essential.

What you’ll get: 

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in specialty ingredients and technologies that values integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement
• A role that combines technical challenges with strategic influence across multiple locations
• Travel experiences that bring variety to your work and broaden your industry knowledge
• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week in a supportive team environment with room for innovation and growth
• Competitive pay and a full range of health and financial benefits

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Flavors: 

Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications. 

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.  

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship. 

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Hoffman Estates, IL and must reside in area or be willing to commute. 

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions. 

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. 

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