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Sr. Project Engineer

Mars


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 108160 - 148720
Posted: 6 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Senior Project Engineer

Accelerator a global Division of Mars Snacking is on the front line of unlocking growth across high-potential categories and brands to fuel whats next for Snacking. Its home to both emerging and enduring brands including KIND trü frü Natures Bakery RXBAR Eggo Pop-Tarts and Rice Krispies Treats. Combining the scale of Mars with the agility of a start-up our Division has the ambition to accelerate the future of snacking by delivering products consumers love today discovering category-shaping innovations for tomorrow and developing entrepreneurial teams whose impact will last for generations.


As a Senior Project Engineer you will be a vital technical leader driving the design installation and end-to-end execution of capital and engineering projects that give our brands a competitive edge. Embedded directly within our site technical and engineering communities you will combine hands-on technical mastery with strategic project ownershipturning bold ideas into high-impact operational realities.

Were looking for passionate talent who dare to dream big agile collaborators who talk straight and decide fast and driven performers with a growth mindset. If you want to do cool things with fun people while making a lasting operational impact youve found the right place!


What are we looking for

  • Education: Bachelors degree in Electrical Mechanical Chemical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • Experience: 510 years of proven experience in a comparable technical engineering role (food beverage pharmaceutical or CPG industry preferred).
  • Technical Expertise: In-depth understanding of a designated functional engineering domainspecifically Process or Packaging.
  • Engineering Acumen: Strong proficiency across core engineering and capital project fundamentals (Process Packaging Electrical Controls or Construction Management).
  • Project Leadership: Demonstrated track record of driving cross-functional projects from conceptual design through commissioning and handover.
  • Nice-to-Have: Familiarity with high-growth fast-paced manufacturing environments or start-up-style operational agility.

What will be your key responsibilities

  • Project Leadership & Execution: Lead and manage end-to-end engineering projects ensuring safe secure on-time and environmentally responsible execution.
  • Technical Ownership: Deploy deep functional expertise (Process/Packaging) to deliver high-quality technical solutions that provide a tangible competitive advantage.
  • Team Collaboration & Engagement: Partner closely with cross-functional project teams site technical staff and local engineering communities empowering members to proactively deliver milestones.
  • Safety & Compliance: Champion a safety-first culture by complying with and reinforcing all site safety security quality and environmental standards.
  • Culture & Capability Building: Foster an environment built on trust transparency and accountability while actively driving personal technical growth and mentoring peers.

What can you expect from Mars

  • Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
  • Join a purpose-driven company where were 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 comprehensive benefits package including an annual company bonus.

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Thebase pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the below range however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to market location job-related knowledge skills andexperience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements if eligible including variable pay & general allowances (depending on the positionand employees work schedule). Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicablepolicies andplans then in effect and depending on the position offered and the employees work schedule (i.e. part-time schedule) eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical dental vision and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employees eligible dependents and may be eligible to take up to 18 weeks of paid parental will also receivethe following paid-time off (which may be prorated based on start date and the employees work schedule):120 hours of vacation per year paid sick time for eligible Associates of 100% pay continuation for a maximum of 40 hours per calendar yearand 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year that include both fixed and flexible holidays.

USD 108160.00 - USD 148720.00


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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