Bachelor's in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering, or relevant related field
3+ years of demonstrated technical engineering in a professional setting
Demonstrated Project Management skills
Proven ability to deliver projects on budget and on schedule
Ability to provide feedback to vendors on design changes needed to meet the plant's deliverable
Must be able to work onsite at Iowa City, IA plant 5 days per week
Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 10%)
Preferred
Experience with Product Supply operations, packing equipment, and/or process equipment
Responsibilities
Lead team(s) in delivering variety of projects from portfolio of smaller projects to full ownership of larger scale project through the entire project management life cycle from chartering the team to start-up of new / upgraded equipment working with internal and external resources
Lead technology for process, packing, controls, warehouse, and/or facility equipment including scope definition, coordinating design with vendor / technical partners, and testing validation with engineering and start-up team
Own critical engineering work process(es) including training / qualification, coach others in utilizing standard work processes, and maintain stewardship compliance
Own project scope, cost, schedule, and resourcing along with associated documentation following standardized work processes, driving risk management / quick issue resolution, and leading project optimization. Scope management, cost containment, and meeting deadlines will be key for successful project delivery
Lead and/or lead team(s) for equipment VATs (vendor acceptance tests) on purchased equipment. Ensure designs and installation comply with safety, quality, finance, and regulatory requirements. Influence key stakeholders and maintain consistent communication on project status
Drive collaboration with site / global engineering, technical vendors, equipment suppliers, and production site personnel displaying strong hand-on partnership with operations and supporting operational excellence