Staff Engineer (Project Engineer)

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Rooted in a rich railroad heritage, Hager City is one of our two factories in Wisconsin—located across the Mississippi River from Red Wing, Minnesota and about 250 miles from our location in Jefferson. Over 50 dedicated associates come together to produce wet and dry coatings for our pet food brands nationwide, making this location truly special. We also work to do our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal. Just a stone's throw away from Red Wing, Minnesota, enjoy stunning Mississippi River views and a vibrant array of dining and shopping experiences. Join us in Hager City, where we work as one to create exceptional pet food coatings.

As a Staff Engineer, you’ll oversee equipment and factory layout design, manage capital programs and key projects, and ensure the upkeep and maintenance of the factory, utilities, and grounds in compliance with state and federal regulations and company. You’ll work with cross-functional groups in the successful management and execution of key projects as well as hold budgetary responsibility for assigned projects. 

• Participate in the development, implementation, and coordination of the capital budget to improve and maintain equipment and facilities
• Lead and manage assigned capital projects to include new equipment installations, factory layout and design, manufacturing automation projects, and maintenance related projects
• Develop scope of work and evaluate bids for work completion and research energy utilization to continually reduce energy costs
• Monitor outside contractors to assure compliance with all company standards including sanitation, safety, quality, productivity, and budgeting
• Direct the installation of new equipment and/or modification/rearrangement of existing equipment for assigned projects
• Working knowledge of the engineering environmental activities including air, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and solid waste
• Responsible for the cost schedule and performance of assigned projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field
• 2+ years of experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing, industrial, military, or related environment 

Other

• 1+ years of capital project or budget management experience preferred

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

The approximate pay range for this position is $72,000 - $101,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)