Ice Cream Project Engineer

Life tastes better with ice cream

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.
 
We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference. 

What truly sets us apart is how we work. 

We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done. 

We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better. 

Scope: Permanent, Full time

Location: St. Albans, Vermont

Terms & Conditions: 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. 

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly a division of Unilever) is now a standalone, independent, EUR 7.9 billion publicly listed company. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company.​ A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories.​ Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.​

We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.​If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! 

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. The role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing engineering projects that improve process efficiency, implement new equipment or processes, and support product launches.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with excellent project management and communication skills to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

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.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and external vendors
• 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:

Skills, Experiences & Qualifications:    

• 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
• Ability 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

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€7.9 bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. ​
• Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast tracked growth. ​
• A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact.​
• A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments.

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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!

You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

- Roles with real accountability and visible impact

- Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done

- Continuous learning and development as the business grows

- Reward linked to performance and contribution.

Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?

If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps.

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Additional information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

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