Senior Project Engineer

About the role

Join Nestlé Purina’s engineering team in St. Louis, a city that blends big‑city amenities with a small‑town feel. As a Senior Project Engineer you will lead capital projects that support the company’s mission to improve the lives of people, pets, and the environment. This position offers the chance to work across the full project lifecycle, from concept through construction and commissioning.

Key responsibilities

• Manage small, minor and major capital projects end‑to‑end, overseeing concept, scope, cost, resources and funding.
• Maintain visibility of the design process and ensure adherence to project deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients and internal/external groups throughout project execution.
• Develop pre‑project approval documents, including charters, management plans, estimates and milestone schedules.
• Direct installation, construction and commissioning activities and provide construction management and plant startup assistance.
• Monitor project milestones, scope and changes, securing approvals per engineering methodology.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or related field) with 5+ years of project management experience, or an Associate’s degree with 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, military or related environments.
• Willingness to travel up to 30‑75% depending on project schedules and milestones.

What we offer

• Salary range $105,933 – $144,510 per year.
• Bonus eligibility.
• Performance‑based incentives and a 401(k) plan with company match.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and a broad range of additional benefits.