Ice Cream Project Engineer

Scope

This is a project role with an anticipated end date of April 2027. At completion of the project, the intent is to integrate into a new role within the organization, subject to business needs.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to lead and support cross-functional projects within our manufacturing operations at our St. Albans, VT factory.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, including scope definition, budgeting, scheduling, and execution
• Projects include execution of ice cream packaging line install, ice cream process improvements, plant utilities modifications, refrigeration projects, and civil construction of buildings
• Review engineering drawings, align the drawings with site Safety, Quality, Operations, and Maintenance teams before finalizing and supervising the execution of projects
• Cook design, specify, and implement manufacturing equipment, tooling, and process improvements
• Develop and maintain project schedules, risk assessments, and progress reports
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company best practices
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, process flows, and SOPs
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement engineering solutions to improve reliability and throughput
• Track project performance metrics and communicate updates to leadership and stakeholders
• Lead project using EEM (Early Equipment Management) methodology
• Forecasting of Capex spend and tracking

What You Need To Succeed

• 5-7 Years experience in project engineering or related roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• Demonstrated experience managing engineering or capital equipment projects
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, AutoCAD, etc.)
• Understanding of project management principles, early equipment management, lean manufacturing, etc.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with FDA-regulated manufacturing
• Leadership Ability to lead and influence up and down the organization
• Strong ownership of project outcomes
• Able to navigate through unexpected challenges and drive execution

Pay

The pay range for this position is $88,600 to $133,000. The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)
• Retail savings benefits
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Parenthood leave
• Sick leave
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Access to numerous voluntary benefits

Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!