Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Project Engineer

Job Location s: US-OH-Minster

At Danone, our commitment to manufacturing the highest quality products and meeting market demand is a fundamental driver for our plant teams. We are currently seeking a Project Engineer for our Minster facility. In this role, you will be part of the plant engineering team and be responsible for supporting strategic, operational, and policy‑related aspects of the plant, with a focus on safety, quality, performance, management, and organizational objectives.

You will be responsible for multiple capital projects within the plant, overseeing technical execution, timeline management, and financial oversight for each project.

• Project execution of current (Processing, Packaging, Building and Utility) projects
• Work with Engineering Manager to align on project priorities
• Work with CAPEX analyst to manage the capital forecast and budget for each project
• Create, design and evaluate initial call for tender documents with the Engineering Manager
• Work with Regional Engineering teams during bidding processes and technical alignment
• Work with the CAPEX procurement team to align on priorities and contract negotiations
• Travel required occasionally for training or plant projects.

• Experience and working knowledge in:
  • Integrated automation and controls technology
  • High speed packaging systems design
  • Dairy process engineering and PMO, 3A standards
  • Manufacturing plant utility systems
• Must be organized and self‑disciplined to accommodate the management of concurrent projects
• Excellent conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekend or late shifts, during installation/startup periods

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering, Science or relevant degree from an accredited College or University
  • Candidates without a completed bachelor's degree will be considered if they have a minimum 5 years of experience managing capital projects or managing maintenance and reliability in a food manufacturing site.
• 3 to 5 years of experience
  • 3 years of relevant Engineering experience required, preferably in CPG beverage/food manufacturing

With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., our vibrant culture and endless growth opportunities are just a couple of the reasons our employees call themselves "Proud Danoners."

When you join us, you'll work with some of the best‑known food and beverage brands in the world, including Activia, Dan Active, Danimals, Dannon, Evian, Follow Your Heart, Happy Family Organics, International Delight, Light + Fit, Nutricia, Oikos, Silk, So Delicious Dairy Free, STK Cold Brew Coffee , Too Good & Co, and YoCrunch.

We're committed to making a positive impact on our world. Rooted in our mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible, we're proud to be the world's largest B Corp.

• Physical Wellbeing: We pay for the majority of your medical benefits – which include medical, dental and vision – with our competitive 80%/20% cost‑sharing model.
• Mental Wellbeing: Danoners receive fitness discounts, unlimited flexible time off and hybrid work schedules. We also have a range of programs that support mental health and substance abuse.
• Financial Support: We offer a performance‑based bonus, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs and voluntary perks.
• Family Care: We offer caretaker benefits, 18 weeks of parental bonding, fertility, surrogacy, adoption benefits and pet insurance.

Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law.

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