Senior Project Engineer

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About the role

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of capital investment including infrastructure, utilities, manufacturing, sustainability, and continuous improvement projects across the Bahrain manufacturing site.

The role owns the site CAPEX roadmap and ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives. 

Your responsibilities

• Manage capital projects throughout the full project lifecycle from concept through commissioning and handover.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation plans to ensure successful project delivery.
• Establish project governance processes and provide regular updates to site leadership.
• Deliver projects safely, on schedule, within approved budget, and to agreed performance criteria.
• Ensure all projects fully comply with EHS standards, permit-to-work requirements, and statutory regulations.
• Lead project safety reviews, risk assessments, HAZOPs, and contractor safety programs.
• Ensure equipment installations meet machine safety and electrical safety requirements.
• Serve as the site's technical lead for major engineering projects and infrastructure modifications.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, layouts, and contractor documentation.
• Drive implementation of engineering reliability and maintainability improvements.
• Manage contractor performance including safety, quality, cost, and schedule compliance.
• Collaborate with Procurement to negotiate contracts and achieve optimum commercial outcomes.
• Build effective relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure project alignment and delivery.
• Follow standard management & tracking of all projects to completion via the site standard software planning tool (MS project) providing clear visibility and communication of key milestone activities;
• Organize handover of all projects to internal customer/end customer using the site project handover process with particular attention paid to both ‘success criteria sign-off’ and ‘post review evaluations’;
• Assist with asset management and disposal following the site financial process;
• Identify and lead manufacturing efficiency, debottlenecking, automation, and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical coaching and mentorship to engineers, technicians, and project teams.
• Promote engineering best practices and lessons-learned sharing across the site.
• Conduct other duties and special project as required.

The experience we're looking for

• Minimum 4-6 years of engineering experience within FMCG, Pharma, Food, Consumer Goods, or Manufacturing industries, including at least 3 years leading CAPEX projects
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, and equipment suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing utilities and infrastructure systems.
• Experience in commissioning, validation, and operational handover of capital projects
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD software to help develop/maintain site drawings

The skills for success

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, PMP certification is a plus.

Personal Credibility:

1. • Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization and with external partners.
   • Demonstrates sound judgment, integrity, and accountability when managing projects, resources, and business-critical decisions.
   • Self-motivated and resilient, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities in dynamic manufacturing environments.
   • Able to lead cross-functional teams and contractors while maintaining focus on safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

Delivery:

1. • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver against agreed timelines, budgets, and performance requirements.
   • Strong project management skills with experience in planning, execution, commissioning, and project closeout.
   • Results-oriented with a track record of successfully delivering CAPEX investments and continuous improvement initiatives.
   • Demonstrates proactive risk management, anticipating project challenges and implementing effective mitigation plans.
   • Drives a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and innovation across the site.
   • Maintains high standards of compliance, governance, and project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Business Acumen: 

• • Strong commercial and financial awareness with the ability to develop business cases, evaluate investment opportunities, and manage project budgets effectively.
  • Understands the impact of engineering decisions on manufacturing performance, operational costs, asset reliability, and business growth.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and engineering management tools for project planning, tracking, reporting, and analysis.

System Knowledge: 

• • Strong understanding of engineering, manufacturing, quality, EHS, and asset management systems within an FMCG or manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies, engineering standards, and contractor management practices.
  • Understanding of reliability engineering, preventive maintenance, and asset lifecycle management principles.
  • Familiarity with Industry 4.0, digitalization, automation, and manufacturing technology solutions.

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering design, utilities, manufacturing processes, and infrastructure systems.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, automation, controls, instrumentation, and electrical systems
• Demonstrated experience in technical and financial management of CAPEX projects.
• Experience in equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, and operational handover.
• Working knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, HAZOP, machine safety, electrical safety, and permit-to-work systems.
• Strong understanding of applicable engineering regulations, quality standards, and EHS requirements

What we offer

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