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Plant Project Engineer

Lead capital projects to improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability at the Maxton plant
Maxton, North Carolina, United States
Mid-Level
$93,800 – 134,800 USD / year
2 weeks ago
Campbell Soup

Campbell Soup

A multinational food company known for its iconic canned soups and a range of other products including snacks and meals.

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Plant Project Engineer

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

How you will make history here…

  • This is more than just a job—it's a chance to shape the future of one of Campbell's largest and most innovative plants. As a Plant Project Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, driving capital projects that directly impact operations, safety, and product quality.
  • This is your opportunity to make history by delivering high-impact projects that improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability across a 1,400-person facility.

What you will do…

Manage the planning and execution of capital projects according to established requirements. Develop proposals, schedules, cost control, risk mitigation, and commissioning for projects. Work with a multifunctional team to ensure manufacturing equipment is operating correctly. Identify, fund, and implement process improvements and capability changes. A day in your life might include…

  • Manage capital projects ranging from $10,000 to $5,000,000.
  • Investigate operational problems and work with multi-functional teams to implement solutions.
  • Develop and align with stakeholders on requirements for assigned projects.
  • Work with maintenance, operations, and quality during daily direction setting (DDS) team meetings to ensure a robust manufacturing process
  • Develop capital project submissions employing clear and concise project documentation.
  • Coordinate and review contractor and vendor activity and interface with plant personnel, ensuring compliance with plant and corporate standards.

Who will you work with…

  • Cross-Functional Partners – Including Operations, Maintenance, and Quality teams, ensuring every project is aligned with plant performance goals.
  • Project Stakeholders – You'll identify all individuals impacted by your projects, lead meetings to gather input, and ensure alignment from concept to execution.

What sets your team apart?

This team stands out for its collaborative spirit, flat structure, and high-impact work. Engineers here aren't just executing tasks—they're empowered to lead, innovate, and drive meaningful change across one of Campbell's most innovative facilities.

The future of the business - This is a chance to be part of a business that values forward-thinking, continuous improvement, and the people who make it happen.

What you will bring to the table… (Must Have)

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and 1+ years' experience in manufacturing.
  • Experience with and understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Experience managing large capital projects utilizing project management processes.
  • Experience leading a multi-disciplined team through capital project creation and execution.
  • Advanced computer skills in MS Project, MS Office, SAP, and Procurement systems.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD.

It would be great if you have… (Nice to Have)

  • Project management professional (PMP) certification.
  • Food and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.

What you'll bring to the team…

  • Good analytical skills: Ability to troubleshoot hardware and processes.
  • Strong cause-effect analytical abilities to solve problems.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Highly motivated, self-directed and the ability to multi-task.
  • Willingness to work off-shifts and weekends to support projects and processes.
  • Ability to think on one's feet, make decisions on the fly, and react to ever-changing situations

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $93,800-$134,800. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.

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Plant Project Engineer
Maxton, North Carolina, United States
$93,800 – 134,800 USD / year
Engineering
About Campbell Soup
A multinational food company known for its iconic canned soups and a range of other products including snacks and meals.