Principal Manufacturing Engineer I

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead cross-functional projects and strategically allocate resources to include managing capital projects with associated scope, schedule and budgets of $5-$15 million annually.
• Lead, develop and build functional capabilities of junior engineers in support of PMUSA’s vision.
• Develop and execute departmental/functional strategies and objectives to ensure alignment with enterprise goals.
• Translate enterprise strategies into departmental objectives and oversee their execution.
• Champion regulatory, compliance policies and strategies.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and simplification.
• Build relationships with external experts to advance business goals.
• Present work across departments and organizations and represent PMUSA externally as needed.
• Advocate for corrective actions or change in direction based on current situations.
• Champion PMUSA’s vision and raise ideas to accelerate success, executing with quality and delivering on time.

What We Want You To Have

• Bachelor’s degree required in mechanical or chemical engineering. Advanced degree or professional certification preferred.
• Minimum 8+ years proven experience in engineering, manufacturing, or related field preferably in a processing manufacturing facility.
• Ability to apply in-depth technical knowledge to bring novel solutions to challenges across departments and organizations.
• Experience leveraging technical expertise and business acumen to anticipate risk, identify opportunities, and formulate strategies relevant to current and future enterprise initiatives.
• Ability to independently conceive, lead, and complete multiple projects as well as develop and lead plans requiring integration of technical solutions and resources for highly complex initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of project life cycle and project management best practices, tools and infrastructure.
• Experience with Cap/Ex budget planning, forecasting and monetary appropriation processes.
• Ability to lead a team of engineers and develop/mentor/coach junior engineers.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

• Flexible and remote options that fit your world, not the other way around.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Professional development stipends.
• Volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.