Engineering Project Manager
PepsiCo · Plano, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $107,200 / year
- Plano, TX
Job highlights
- Lead Frito Lay warehouse automation projects.
- Manage AGV project scope and design recommendations.
- Oversee installation, startup, and contractor supervision.
- Apply engineering principles to solve problems.
- Manage risks and project timelines effectively.
About the role
Engineering Project Manager - Frito Lay Warehouse Automation
PepsiCo 1NA Engineering is seeking a technical project manager to lead the execution of the Frito Lay Plant Warehouse’s Palletizing, Loading Automation, and Board on Floor projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead scoping and design recommendations for Frito Lay’s Automated Guided Vehicle Projects.
- Support installation and start-up activities for new projects.
- Participate in and lead cross-functional teams of colleagues and outside resources.
- Apply Engineering principles to problem solving and managing unexpected changes.
- Manage, communicate and mitigate project risks.
- Develop, manage and execute equipment installation and start-up plans while supervising outside contractors and vendors.
- Manage multiple simultaneous project deliverables, accelerated timelines and competing priorities.
- Partner with OEMs to continuously improve equipment design offerings, upgrades, training, and maintenance initiatives.
- Develop into a subject matter expert (SME) for Frito Lay’s Automated Guided Vehicle’s.
Expected travel:
25% to 40%
Compensation and Benefits:
The expected compensation range for this position is between $80,200 - $134,250. Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
- Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
- In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
Qualifications
- BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
- 3-5 years of relevant experience
- Strong analytical and computer skills; CAD skills preferred
- Proven ability to multi-task
- Established record of project definition and execution
- Technical curiosity
- Innovative thinking skills to drive transformational change
- Understanding of various warehouse and material handling automation technologies and controls
- Ability to communicate to various levels of the organization
- Warehouse/Distribution Center Operations experience preferred
- Project management experience preferred
- Ability to travel: 25%-40%
EEO Statement
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Key skills/competency
- Project Management
- Engineering Project Management
- Frito Lay Automation
- Automated Guided Vehicles
- Warehouse Automation
- Material Handling
- Cross-functional Teams
- Risk Management
- OEM Partnerships
- Technical Leadership
Skills & topics
- Engineering Project Manager
- Project Management
- Automation
- Warehouse Operations
- Frito Lay
- AGV
- PepsiCo
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Logistics
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your BS in Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant project management experience, emphasizing automation and warehouse operations.
- Showcase technical skills: Detail your experience with automation technologies, CAD, and problem-solving using engineering principles.
- Quantify achievements: Provide examples of successful project execution, risk mitigation, and managing complex timelines.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your understanding of warehouse automation and your ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What engineering backgrounds are preferred for the Engineering Project Manager role at PepsiCo?
- PepsiCo prefers candidates with a BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering for the Engineering Project Manager position. This ensures a strong foundation in technical principles relevant to the automation projects.
- How many years of experience are needed for the Engineering Project Manager job at PepsiCo?
- The Engineering Project Manager role at PepsiCo typically requires 3-5 years of relevant experience. This experience should ideally include project management, automation technologies, and warehouse operations.
- What is the expected travel percentage for the Engineering Project Manager at PepsiCo?
- The Engineering Project Manager position at PepsiCo involves an expected travel commitment of 25% to 40%. This travel will likely be to support installation, start-up activities, and project oversight.
- What kind of automation technologies are involved in this Engineering Project Manager role at PepsiCo?
- This role focuses on warehouse and material handling automation technologies, specifically including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), palletizing, and loading automation projects within Frito Lay facilities.
- What is the salary range for the Engineering Project Manager at PepsiCo?
- The expected compensation range for the Engineering Project Manager at PepsiCo is between $80,200 and $134,250 annually, with the final salary determined by factors such as location, skills, experience, and education.
- Does PepsiCo offer benefits for the Engineering Project Manager position?
- Yes, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package for the Engineering Project Manager role, including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement plans, and paid time off, subject to eligibility.
- What are the key responsibilities for an Engineering Project Manager at PepsiCo's Frito Lay facility?
- Key responsibilities include leading automation projects like AGVs, managing project risks, overseeing installations and start-ups, coordinating with cross-functional teams and vendors, and driving technical improvements.