A mutually rewarding experience.

Work. Realize your ambitions. And realize there’s more to being in business than just making a profit. That’s the Mars philosophy. And the opportunity we offer every one of our Associates. An opportunity to take what you do and make it mean more for you, for those around you and for the planet.  What you get here is challenging, interesting work. You get the tools you need to do a great job and you get to have the best possible people on your side to help you do it. And at the same time as getting to find ways to do business better today than we did it yesterday and driving a great career, you also get to build a more enlightened business and drive sustainability.

Because it’s never just about a single person, a single project or a single brand. It’s about how you can grab everything that’s within your reach here and use it to pursue mutual, long-term gain. It’s about having ideas. And ideals. Being prepared to risk failure because the promise of success means we’ll all be a little better off. It’s that mix of integrity and ambition that makes Mars such a special place to work. And why working here is always about more than just a job.

About Mars, Incorporated 

Mars is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, UNCLE BEN’S®, MARS DRINKS and COCOAVIA®. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, VCA® and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire its more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.

***Other Mars Wrigley Sites May be a possible location that this role can be based out of, particularly a site in the Northeast***

Sr. Project Engineer – Process Equipment – Elizabethtown, PA 

The Sr. Project Engineer - Process is responsible for the development, design, and installation of process and/or utilities equipment projects.  Utilities experience is a plus.  The Project Engineer is an active member of the Engineering community, process engineering team, the local engineering team, and assigned project team(s).  The Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for deploying his/her engineering know-how to successfully design, execute and deliver projects to the business that provide a competitive advantage. 

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; an advanced degree in Engineering or MBA considered a plus
• 4+ years’ experience in a comparable technical position - food, beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry preferable
• Proven track record in successfully executing capital projects of value greater than $1M in value
• Demonstrated ability to manage consulting engineering firms as well as mechanical and electrical installation contractors in a factory environment.
• Proven deep understanding of engineering principles - knowledge of engineering disciplines: Process, Packaging, Electrical/Controls, Construction, Utilities
• Prior knowledge and experience in food safety and clean design a plus
• Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills
• 20%-50% travel requirement dependent on project demands and COVID-19 considerions 

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Provide innovative Process Engineering solutions that drive a competitive advantage
• Ensure delivery of scope, timeline, budget, and cash flow for all assigned engineering projects in accordance with the Mars Engineering Work Process (EWP)
• Accurately scope and estimate capital projects that are technically feasible and meet business objectives
• Communicate and collaborate with all stakeholders and other functions (Operations, R&D, Quality, Commercial, Finance) to ensure capital project objectives are clearly defined and achieved.
• Key member and contributor of the CVS (Commission, Validation, Start-up) Team
• Effectively lead, monitor and improve a safe work environment

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career
• An industry competitive salary and great benefits package
• 401(k) match
• Chance to work cross functionally, and add value and impact to the business
• Opportunities to solve problems and impact business performance

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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.