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Mars UK • USA-Ohio-Columbus | United States of America

Engineering Project Manager

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Job Description:

Engineering Project Manager

Columbus, OH

Are you ready to lead transformative projects that shape the future of our business?


We’re seeking a dynamic and results-driven Engineering Project Manager to join our innovative team! In this role, you’ll leverage your engineering expertise to scope, execute, and deliver high-impact capital projects—up to $10M in value—that give us a competitive edge. From initial design to seamless installation across multiple sites, you’ll manage every detail, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

As a key member of our Engineering team, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals across disciplines, driving solutions that make a real difference. If you’re passionate about engineering excellence, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to take ownership of projects that matter, we want to hear from you!

What are we looking for?

Minimum:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related scientific or technical disciplines
  • 2+ year engineering capital project management experience in closely related industry
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Travel 20-50% (determined by project cycle, complexity, and need)
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment and on high performing teams.
  • Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills.

Preferred:

  • Master's Degree in technical field
  • 5+ years in project management
  • Prior experience managing others
  • Oversight and drive large capital projects

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Take the lead in scoping, planning, and executing capital projects up to $10M that drive real business impact and innovation.
  • Own the full project lifecycle—from initial design concepts to final installation—across multiple sites, ensuring smooth and successful delivery.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, bringing together engineering expertise and project management skills to overcome challenges and exceed expectations.
  • Be the go-to expert for all engineering aspects of your projects, coordinating resources and managing timelines to keep everything on track.
  • Actively contribute as a vital member of the Engineering team and extended project groups, sharing insights and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
  • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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Mars does not sponsor visas for this role.

This position is not eligible for relocation benefits.

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Company benefits

Open to part-time employees
Open to job sharing
Open to compressed hours
Sabbaticals
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
24 days annual leave + bank holidays
“Pawternity” leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Bank holiday swaps
Shared parental leave
Adoption leave
Family health insurance
Pregnancy support
Neo-natal leave
Faith rooms
Meditation space
Dog friendly office
Dog friendly co-working space
Annual bonus
Employee discounts
Cinema discounts
Referral bonus
Joining bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Theme park discounts
Lunch and learns
In house training
Learning license
Studying sabbaticals
Open to part time work for some roles

Working at Mars UK

Company employees:

4,000 In the UK

Gender diversity (m:f):

57:43

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