Principal Project Engineer Blending & Packaging Vivid

Overview

Principal Project Engineer Blending & Packaging Vivid role at Reckitt

The Principal Project Engineer, Blending & Packaging is responsible for leading the engineering oversight and execution of two major packaging systems, one related to blending systems and one for composite can and tub packaging lines—at the Evansville, IN site. This role spans the full lifecycle of project delivery, including front-end engineering, design development, construction, commissioning, and validation. The engineer will serve as the technical lead and integrator across cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure successful implementation aligned with strategic production goals.

Responsibilities

• Project Oversight : Lead and coordinate engineering activities for two major packaging proposals, ensuring alignment with long-term production and expansion strategies.
• Design & Integration : Oversee development of process and packaging line layouts, equipment specifications, and automation architecture. Ensure integration of mechanical, electrical, and control systems across vendors.
• Construction & Commissioning : Support and guide construction planning, installation, and commissioning phases. Ensure readiness for validation and production ramp-up.
• Validation & Compliance : Lead validation strategy and execution in compliance with FDA, GMP, and internal quality standards. Ensure documentation and traceability across all phases.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with internal teams (R&D, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality) and external engineering partners to ensure project milestones are met.
• Documentation & Change Control : Manage engineering documentation, change requests, and project records in accordance with document control systems.
• Continuous Improvement : Identify opportunities for process optimization, risk mitigation, and cost savings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead option analysis and packaging planning efforts. Work in partnership with engineering and construction partner firms to execute all phases of execution including commissioning.
• Conduct inspections and quality control checks to ensure the integrity and durability of packaging projects.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with packaging projects.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in packaging engineering.

Qualifications

Skills for success

Supply Chain Management, Business Partnership, Collaboration and partnership building, Relationship Management, Business acumen, Productivity management, Improve business processes, Advanced Analytics, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics Management.

What we offer

With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way. We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

Salary Range

USD $113,000.00 - $169,000.00

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this role will vary based on experience in job and industry, training and education, skills relevant to the position, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year. Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; 16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; discounts; and much more. Our compensation and benefits packages aim to give our talent the reward, protection, and peace of mind they deserve. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete your application, please contact NAtalentacquisition@reckitt.com. Reckitt is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Equality

We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.

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