Job Description:

Sr. Engineering Project Manager - Digital

The Sr. Engineering Project Manager - Digital will spearhead initiatives that will influence the future of Mars Pet Nutrition. This role entails overseeing and coordinating digital engineering-related capital investments while offering technical expertise to colleagues. The Sr. Engineering Project Manager - Digital will collaborate closely with local, regional, and global Controls & Factory IT, Mars Global Services (MGS), and Smart Factory teams to monitor, implement, and enhance digital solutions. Additionally, this position requires active participation in the Regional Controls and Digital Engineering Team and assigned project teams.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or electrical/controls/digital-related fields.  Equivalent experience will be considered.  5+ years of experience in a comparable technical position - food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or related industry is preferable.Understanding of engineering principles – Controls/Automation/Digital is desired.Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Operational Technology (OT) experience is a plus.Demonstrated capital project management experience.Ability to manage ambiguity and navigate through complex challenges.Ability to travel up to 50%.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Delivering several capital investment projects simultaneously, from providing technical scoping with internal customer and business stakeholders, through design with 3rd parties, to Project Closure.

Technology Research, Evaluation, and Selection: Research and evaluate emerging digitalization and automation technologies to identify solutions suitable for specific project requirements in collaboration with regional and global engineering.System Integration and Implementation: Oversee the integration and implementation of digitalization and advanced automation systems within existing manufacturing infrastructure. Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure seamless deployment and adherence to project timelines.Collaboration and Automation: Collaborate with controls engineers, and IT/automation engineers to tailor solutions for optimal performance to meet the unique requirements of manufacturing processes.Compliance and Standards Adherence: Ensure digitalization and automation projects comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, safety, and quality guidelines.Risk Management: Identify and manage project risks associated with digitalization and automation initiatives. Mitigate potential issues and resolve project-related challenges to ensure successful project delivery.Handover to Operations: Facilitate the transition of completed projects to operations and technical teams. Ensure digitalization and automation systems are properly commissioned, tested, and handed over for ongoing maintenance and support.Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Provide regular updates on project status, milestones, and deliverables.Budget and Resource Management: Manage project budgets and resources effectively to ensure cost-efficient execution of digitalization and automation projects. Monitor expenditures, allocate resources, and track project progress against financial targets.Training and Knowledge Transfer: Provide training and support to end-users and operational staff on using and maintaining digitalization and automation systems. Facilitate knowledge transfer and skill development to ensure successful adoption and utilization of new technologies.Vendor and Supplier Management: Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to procure hardware, software, and services required for digitalization and automation projects. Negotiate contracts, manage vendor relationships, and ensure deliverables meet quality standards and specifications.

What can you expect from Mars?Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.