CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.
What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.
The Sr Project Engineer will drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing equipment, processes, and systems to enhance performance and reliability. And provide technical leadership and collaborate across functions to ensure successful project delivery and knowledge transfer.
Key Responsibilities May Include:
- Lead the full lifecycle of engineering projects, from concept development and design to commissioning and operational handoff, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and operational objectives.
- Ensure adherence to global safety standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA), risk assessments, and regulatory requirements during the design, installation, and operational phases of projects.
- Identify and implement opportunities for process optimization, focusing on reliability, maintainability, and productivity to reduce downtime and improve system performance.
- Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance on engineering best practices, troubleshooting issues, and mentoring junior engineers to foster technical growth and innovation.
- Partner with Operations, IT, Safety, and other stakeholders to align project objectives, address technical challenges, and drive seamless integration across functions.
- Oversee supplier and contractor activities, ensuring adherence to standards, timelines, and budget constraints during project execution.
- Develop training materials and upskill teams on new technologies, systems, and best practices, ensuring proper documentation and operational handoff.
The Sr. Project Engineer to S+ Engineering will:
Develop, and execute complex capital engineering projects in support of CHEP North America’s digital strategy.
Lead Key Transformational Initiatives in support of long-term Automation strategies.
Lead Transformational initiatives by develop strategies and collaborating with cross-functional teams in alignment with long-term goals and objectives as it relates to the digitization and tracking of assets.
Manage activities associated with capital project execution to include equipment layout and scope development, requests for quote, purchase order generation, contractor selection, on-site supervision during the installation and start-up of equipment, and proper tagging and accounting of new equipment.
Track and report progress as required against project deliverables to key stakeholders throughout the business
This position requires up to 50% travel. Candidates must be located near a major US airport and have the ability to travel regularly.
Experience
- 5-10 years project engineering and/or related project management experience
- Leading Continuous Improvement Equipment Design Initiatives
- Operations and/or Supply Chain experience, supporting production
- Effective Communication and Collaboration with multiple levels within the organization
- Material handling and automation experience, conveyance, robotics
Desirable Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Related Technical Field
- Capital Equipment Project Management
- Lean
- PMI Certification
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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