Demo

Staff Engineer (Project Engineer)

Nestlé Purina North America
Hager, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Rooted in a rich railroad heritage, Hager City is one of our two factories in Wisconsin—located across the Mississippi River from Red Wing, Minnesota and about 250 miles from our location in Jefferson. Over 50 dedicated associates come together to produce wet and dry coatings for our pet food brands nationwide, making this location truly special. We also work to do our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal. Just a stone's throw away from Red Wing, Minnesota, enjoy stunning Mississippi River views and a vibrant array of dining and shopping experiences. Join us in Hager City, where we work as one to create exceptional pet food coatings.

As a Staff Engineer, you’ll oversee equipment and factory layout design, manage capital programs and key projects, and ensure the upkeep and maintenance of the factory, utilities, and grounds in compliance with state and federal regulations and company. You’ll work with cross-functional groups in the successful management and execution of key projects as well as hold budgetary responsibility for assigned projects.

  • Participate in the development, implementation, and coordination of the capital budget to improve and maintain equipment and facilities
  • Lead and manage assigned capital projects to include new equipment installations, factory layout and design, manufacturing automation projects, and maintenance related projects
  • Develop scope of work and evaluate bids for work completion and research energy utilization to continually reduce energy costs
  • Monitor outside contractors to assure compliance with all company standards including sanitation, safety, quality, productivity, and budgeting
  • Direct the installation of new equipment and/or modification/rearrangement of existing equipment for assigned projects
  • Working knowledge of the engineering environmental activities including air, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and solid waste
  • Responsible for the cost schedule and performance of assigned projects

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field
  • 2 years of experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing, industrial, military, or related environment

Other

  • 1 years of capital project or budget management experience preferred

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

The approximate pay range for this position is $72,000 - $101,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

REQUISITION ID:

343891

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

Salary : $72,000 - $101,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Staff Engineer (Project Engineer)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Staff Engineer (Project Engineer) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$113,720 - $142,743
Income Estimation: 
$132,052 - $169,598
Income Estimation: 
$122,884 - $156,575
Income Estimation: 
$177,520 - $228,955
Income Estimation: 
$203,425 - $249,816
Income Estimation: 
$213,375 - $267,876
Income Estimation: 
$190,687 - $235,769
Income Estimation: 
$79,473 - $93,666
Income Estimation: 
$90,372 - $103,622
Income Estimation: 
$61,825 - $80,560
Income Estimation: 
$90,032 - $105,965
Income Estimation: 
$85,996 - $102,718
Income Estimation: 
$90,032 - $105,965
Income Estimation: 
$111,859 - $131,446
Income Estimation: 
$110,457 - $133,106
Income Estimation: 
$105,809 - $128,724
Income Estimation: 
$122,763 - $145,698
Income Estimation: 
$110,457 - $133,106
Income Estimation: 
$136,611 - $163,397
Income Estimation: 
$135,163 - $163,519
Income Estimation: 
$131,953 - $159,624
Income Estimation: 
$150,859 - $181,127
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Nestlé Purina North America

Nestlé Purina North America
Hired Organization Address Batavia, OH Full Time
Company Description Nestlé Purina North America is dedicated to advancing the science of pet nutrition and shaping the f...
Nestlé Purina North America
Hired Organization Address Flagstaff, AZ Full Time
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater ...
Nestlé Purina North America
Hired Organization Address Denver, CO Full Time
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater ...
Nestlé Purina North America
Hired Organization Address Bloomfield, MO Intern
We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our as...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Staff Engineer (Project Engineer) jobs in the Hager, WI area that may be a better fit.

Staff Software Engineer

Agara, Bengaluru, MN

Senior Staff Software Engineer

Collabera, Northrop, MN

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!