Maintenance Project Engineer (MW) (V.I.E Contract)

As a Lesaffre VIE you will be one of several VIEs located in Cedar Rapids Iowa the second largest city in the state. The city boasts a beautiful downtown area 30 minutes away from the largest University in the state with ample outdoor activities available as well a large selection of social and sporting events.

Its the perfect place to boost your career AND live a unique adventure .

Reporting to the Project Engineer you will support the maintenance and engineering departments. You will also assist the project management office with capital and repair projects.

 Your Mission 

You will lead and assist with capital and maintenance projects and studies:

• Prepare develop and review all project documents including project justifications engineering designs specifications cost estimates contractor quotes and schedules.
• Perform design work conduct research gather information and conduct feasibility and economic studies of projects.
• Responsible for the administration and execution of projects: budget contracts POs schedules installation and commissioning
• Coordinate work of contractors make sure that all plant policies are followed (safety lock-out confined space and other life critical procedures)
• Work with a variety of internal engineering teams (Process Automation Drafting Reliability etc.) to ensure successful project execution.
• Assist the maintenance and production supervisors and superintendent as needed
• Participate in troubleshooting plant issues determine root cause and generally improve the manufacturing systems.

Qualifications :

 Who were looking for : 

• Graduated in Mechanical Chemical or Industrial engineering
• Completed a relevant internship in a food plant.

Skills: 

• Good Hands-on and technical knowledges especially in project management and engineering principles
• Fluency in English is required
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Engaged and resourceful: ability to take initiative & be source of proposals
• Versatility team spirit and ability to support
• Adherence to the plant values: professional dedication respect pride responsible.

Additional Information :

 Mission details 

Location : Cedar Rapids United States of America
Duration : 18 months 
Start : September 2026 
Recruitment process : Phone screening 3 interviews.  
 Goal : To offer you a long-term worldwidecareer after your V.I.E ! 

V.I.E Eligibility :

• Age : 1828 years old 
• Citizenship: EU or EEA country 
• Never completed a V.I.E before 

ℹ More info : Mon Volontariat International - official VIE VIA web site 

 Ready for your next adventure 
If youre ambitious curious and eager to grow in an international environment this V.I.E is for you. Come shape the future of breadmaking with us in Cedar Rapids. 

 
Diversity & Inclusion:At Lesaffre diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive regardless of your background gender age or abilities. We encourage all applications as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time