Senior Engineering Expert

Nestle

. Serve as the category technical expert and process master across assigned manufacturing technologies and factories .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesSenior💰 $149,790 - $205,067 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in engineering processes, project management, and technical assessments within manufacturing environments, particularly in food processing. Capable of driving operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement through effective leadership and collaboration across diverse teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Engineering/Management ExperienceHygienic Engineering KnowledgeFood Safety and Regulatory CompliancePlant Design and Construction ExperienceCAPEX Budgeting and Preparation Experience

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Hard Skills

Engineering Degree/DiplomaTechnical AssessmentProcess OptimizationCost EstimationManufacturing Strategy DevelopmentRisk AssessmentValue EngineeringFeasibility AssessmentProject Scope DevelopmentEquipment Selection

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCommunication SkillsNetworking SkillsCoaching and Mentoring

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeMS ProjectMS ExcelBasic AutoCADVisio

Industry Keywords

Food Processing TechnologyRegulatory ComplianceHygienic DesignOperational ExcellenceEnvironmental Stewardship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the category technical expert and process master across assigned manufacturing technologies and factories
Translate category strategies into technical plans aligned with capital investments, Innovation & Renovation initiatives, operational priorities, and technology roadmaps
Lead engineering solution evaluation, prioritization, feasibility assessments, manufacturing strategies, cost estimates, and implementation recommendations
Drive process optimization, reliability improvement, operational excellence, hygienic design, Spotless/Fabrik initiatives, and manufacturing performance improvements
Deploy and sustain engineering standards, compliance programs, risk assessments, HAZOP reviews, and best practices
Build factory engineering capabilities through coaching, mentoring, knowledge sharing, and competency development
Liaise with factories, Category Engineering, Engineering Hub, Corporate Engineering, PTCs, TCUs, TAG, and technical networks
Partner with Factory Engineering, Operations, Product Development, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Operations Strategy teams
Coordinate internal and external engineering resources, including project engineers, SMEs, contractors, consultants, and equipment suppliers
Establish engineering processes, routines, and governance practices
Monitor engineering performance indicators and drive continuous improvement
Champion safety, quality, food safety, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and ethical conduct
Support category master planning, technology roadmaps, strategic investment planning, and capability-gap identification
Support Innovation & Renovation initiatives through technical assessments, manufacturability reviews, capital planning, and implementation strategies
Develop project scopes, cost estimates, business cases, and implementation strategies
Validate process designs, equipment selection, plant layouts, and manufacturing strategies
Support Value Engineering, Value Stream Engineering Design, product trials, manufacturing cost development, and technical risk assessments
Ensure projects achieve approved scope, performance, cost, and schedule objectives and support operations through delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree/Diploma in Engineering Field (Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering)
Minimum 10+ years of experience in a technical field with a project engineering background
Supervisory experience in managing internal and external project team members or equivalent
Strong technical, managerial, and leadership skills
Project engineering/management experience
Plant design and construction experience
Experience with equipment and construction purchasing contracts
Knowledge of permitting requirements
In-depth knowledge of food processing plants and technology, or similar industry
Hygienic engineering knowledge
Knowledge of food safety and regulatory requirements for food safety and equipment
Communication and networking skills
Understanding of financial analysis and relevant business drivers
Knowledge of Nestlé Standard Costing
CAPEX budgeting and preparation experience
Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, MS Excel, Basic AutoCAD, and Visio
Up to 30% travel for offsite projects
Corporate Engineering experience preferred
Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentives
401(k) with company match
Healthcare coverage
Broad range of other benefits
Home office option
Inclusive workplace
Recruitment accommodations for individuals with disabilities