Project Automation Manager - Global Food Manufacturer

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province Permanent THB160,000 - THB180,000 per month (THB1,920,000 - THB2,160,000 per year) View Job Description
The Project Engineering Manager will oversee and manage engineering projects within the FMCG sector, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This role requires a strategic thinker who can lead teams and drive innovation in a fast-paced engineering environment.
  • Lead large-scale CAPEX projects in a global FMCG manufacturing leader.
  • Drive innovation and sustainability in a high-impact engineering role.

About Our Client

A global leader in the food and beverage industry with a diverse portfolio of widely recognized consumer brands. The organization operates across multiple regions with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. It continuously invests in advanced manufacturing capabilities and large-scale transformation initiatives, offering employees the opportunity to lead impactful projects within a dynamic, performance-driven, and collaborative environment.

Job Description

  • Lead and oversee capital engineering projects within the manufacturing site to support growth, innovation, and operational efficiency.
  • Develop and execute the plant engineering strategy, including annual operating plans and long-term capital investment roadmap.
  • Identify future capacity needs and define engineering solutions aligned with business expansion and productivity goals.
  • Prepare and manage capital expenditure proposals, ensuring strong financial evaluation and risk management.
  • Optimize asset performance and lifecycle cost through effective OPEX and CAPEX planning.
  • Manage end-to-end project delivery from concept through commissioning, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality targets are met.
  • Apply structured project governance including risk control, change management, and performance tracking.
  • Ensure all projects comply with internal standards and external regulations, including safety, sustainability, and quality requirements.
  • Communicate project progress, risks, and key decisions with stakeholders across plant and regional teams.
  • Build and maintain strong collaboration with suppliers, contractors, and internal engineering networks.
  • Provide technical leadership to drive engineering excellence and long-term plant reliability.
  • Support initiatives in productivity improvement, sustainability, and business continuity planning.
  • Strengthen maintenance and reliability practices aligned with world-class manufacturing standards.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams such as R&D, operations, and innovation to deliver strategic projects.
  • Foster a high-performance culture with a strong focus on safety, ownership, and continuous improvement.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering or manufacturing leadership roles.
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale capital projects, including greenfield and brownfield projects.
  • Strong financial knowledge in managing CAPEX and OPEX investments.
  • Deep technical expertise in manufacturing equipment and plant systems, preferably in food or FMCG industries.
  • Strong project management, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at multiple organizational levels.
  • Proficiency in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
  • Fluent communication skills in both Thai and English.

What's on Offer

  • Oppotunity to lead large-scale CAPEX projects in a global FMCG manufacturing leader.
  • Opportunity to drive innovation and sustainability in a high-impact engineering role.
Contact
Nantipat Pongsirikun
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7033391
Phone number
+6620125001

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Project / Programme Management
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nantipat Pongsirikun
Consultant phone
+6620125001
Job Reference
JN-062026-7033391

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