Sr. Engineer, Project Engineering

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®.  ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane. OVERVIEW The responsibility of this role includes but is not limited to: managing large-scale projects related to plant safety, Process Safety Management, infrastructure, process improvement, capacity expansion, compliance, and operational efficiency. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards, and delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate must have a thorough knowledge of engineering principles and best practices, project management methodology, and process equipment with the skills and knowledge to effectively implement process changes.  This role is responsible for project leadership, budget and resource management, risk management, stakeholder communication, technical oversight, and continuous improvement. This position may also manage and train new project managers in the above areas. Other requirements for this role include familiarity with regulatory and engineering standards as well as a willingness to travel occasionally and work in an industrial plant environment.  DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Plan, execute, and finalize complex projects from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with company objectives. Develop project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders. Lead cross-functional project teams including engineers, procurement, safety, operations and contract labor. Prepare and manage project budgets ($250k to $5M), forecasts, and cost controls. Allocate resources effectively to ensure project timelines and objectives are met. Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations at all project stages. Act as the primary liaison between the project team, plant management, and external stakeholders. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project progress, challenges, and financial performance. Provide guidance on technical aspects of projects, including process design, equipment…