Project Engineer

Location: Chattanooga, TN

About the Job

At Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, we build trusted and loved brands that connect with hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide. Our mission is to enable better self-care for individuals and communities, while also contributing to a healthier planet. We strive to act as a force for good by integrating sustainability along our business and employees’ mission and operate responsibly from both a social and environmental point of view. To achieve this, we need people who can shape the future of our business and help us on our journey to becoming the best fast-moving consumer healthcare company in and for the world.

The Project Engineer is responsible for providing project management, design engineering, and ad-hoc technical support of packaging and processing operations. They are responsible for all aspects of a project from development of costs and concepts to technical support after implementation.  The Project Engineer will contribute towards site goals, objectives, strategies, and measures as they relate to capital, reliability, plant capability, cost, sustainability, and waste reduction.

Main Responsibilities:

Lead project engineering activities, including design, procurement, construction management, installation, and qualification.

Plan and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource coordination to ensure adherence to scope and financial targets.

Drive engineering metrics, owning KPIs such as Budget Adherence %, Cash Flow Adherence %, and Project Approval rates.

Collaborate with site teams and non-site engineering resources to ensure effective project execution.

Champion the Early Equipment Management (EEM) program, focusing on optimization, maintenance, and startup management.

Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory standards (OSHA, GMP, FDA), and promote a zero-incident safety culture.

Foster communication across all organizational levels and support environmental impact reduction initiatives.

About You

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical)

Over 5 years of experience in project management, process design, manufacturing, and contractor supervision.

Solid understanding of various engineering disciplines, plant operations, and construction practices.

Proven success in developing and executing complex projects valued over $1MM.

Skilled in technical writing, including Work Instructions, SOPs, and OPLs.

Proficient in 2D/3D CAD software (AutoCAD or SolidWorks) and capable of reading engineering drawings.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels.

Experience in food or pharmaceutical manufacturing and knowledge of site utilities (chillers, boilers, air compressors) preferred.

Why choose us?

Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.