Project Engineer – Manufacturing

About the role

Join Kraft Heinz as a Project Engineer at our Northgate (QLD) manufacturing site. You will lead mechanical projects that improve equipment performance, deliver cost savings and ensure safety and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver site engineering projects in partnership with functional departments.
• Scope, design and implement mechanical projects to improve reliability, reduce costs and mitigate safety and food‑safety risks.
• Prepare and manage financial aspects of allocated projects, including budgets and cost tracking.
• Develop project governance documentation and communicate requirements to stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.
• Support procurement negotiations and ensure compliance with OH&S and food‑safety policies.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (degree/diploma or equivalent).
• Proven experience delivering mechanical outcomes in an FMCG manufacturing plant.
• Ability to lead projects end‑to‑end: scope, design, budgeting, scheduling, risk management and handover.
• Working knowledge of Australian Standards for mechanical installations and pressure equipment.
• Eligibility to work in Australia with full working rights.

Required skills

• Mechanical engineering design and project delivery.
• Hands‑on experience with pumps, piping, valves, conveyors and related utilities.
• Machine safety, hazard identification and risk reduction.
• Installation oversight: inspection, testing, commissioning and contractor coordination.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and CAD tools.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary with annual bonus and performance‑linked variable compensation.
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers, plus flexible leave options.
• Novated leasing, in‑house training programs and corporate discount schemes.