Sr. Project Engineer - Controls​/Electrical

Sr. Project Engineer – Controls/Electrical

Mars – Join our Mars Wrigley North America Controls, Automation, and Digital engineering team. This Regional Project Engineering role involves planning and executing projects from ideation to closure, leading and/or supporting large capital projects across electrical, controls, Factory IT, physical automation, and Digital Plant Technology systems. The position is based in either Yorkville, IL or Burr Ridge, IL.

• Develop control systems for automating manufacturing processes and packaging systems.
• Deliver projects that provide a competitive advantage and meet business objectives.
• Design control systems, including concepts, functional, and equipment specifications.
• Direct modifications, installation, and integration of systems such as electrical power distribution, Factory IT, and digital plant technologies.
• Ensure delivery of project objectives for scope, time, budget, and cash flow.
• Maintain adherence to project scope, deliverables, and critical success factors.
• Communicate with the project steering team to achieve objectives.
• Apply appropriate technologies to gain and sustain technical competitive advantage.
• Make decisions that improve business metrics such as ROTA, FATR, and EP.
• Design systems, select hardware, and direct third‑party engineering or system integrators to meet contract deliverables.
• Participate in the development of engineering standards and tools.
• Support safety, security, and environmental policies.
• Maximize asset utilization through value‑added engineering and lean design.
• Directly manage all assigned project work.
• Support the Five Principles, Vision to Win, and the Winning Environment.
• Plan and lead project activities in a cross‑functional team environment.
• Contribute to the growth and effectiveness of the Regional Controls, Automation, and Digital team.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or a relevant Engineering discipline.
• 5–10+ years of experience in a comparable technical position within the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or related industry.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and disciplines such as Process, Packaging, Electrical, Controls, Automation, Construction, and/or Computer Services.
• In‑depth knowledge of a designated functional engineering area (e.g., controls, process, packaging).
• Up to 50% travel may be required.

• Additional degree in Controls/Electrical/Electronics with coursework in Computer Science or an advanced Engineering degree.
• MBA or PMP certification.
• >8+ years of experience in a comparable technical position within the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or related industry.
• Experience specifically in the food, beverage, or pharmaceutical sector.

• Work with diverse and talented associates guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose‑driven company committed to building the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Access best‑in‑class learning and development support from day one, including the Mars University.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus, variable pay, medical and dental benefits, 401(k) participation, and paid time off.