senior engineer

Now Brewing u2013 senior engineer #tobeapartner From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. The Starbucks experience starts in our Roasting Plants where we have a dedicated team of professional roasters and supporting process teams including planning, warehouse management, packaging, roasting, maintenance, engineering and logistics. _As a_ senior engineer _, you will:_ u2022 Assesses the benefits of engineering technology and method changes to manufacturing operations by using problemu2011solving and alternative analysis to evaluate financial and operational impact. u2022 Integrates engineering principles and resolves technical obstacles for engineering projects. u2022 Evaluates critical information to make effective decisions and recommendations. u2022 Develops requests for proposals and conducts bid analyses, leads contract negotiations, and manages project budgets. u2022 Designs and implements engineering solutions to improve efficiency, increase capacity, and reduce costs; builds consensus across functions as the project team leader on complex projects and initiatives. u2022 Develops project plans that define scope, schedule, budget, business impact, and risks; executes plans by identifying obstacles, gaining alignment, and driving issues to resolution. u2022 Oversees facility maintenance and automation specialists while performing plant engineering work. u2022 Promotes strong working relationships and mentors lessu2011experienced engineering partners. u2022 Develops and implements advanced processesu2014including predictive maintenance techniquesu2014to measure, analyze, and improve equipment performance (reliability), and communicates prioritization of plant performance improvement projects. u2022 Collaborates with maintenance and operations partners to enhance preventative maintenance (PM) processes and process control systems, continuously incorporating new knowledge to improve reliability and performance. u2022 Manages mediumu2011 to largeu2011scale capital projects, applying technical expertise and projectu2011management methods through design, construction, and commissioning. u2022 Oversees detailed rootu2011cause analyses of reliability issues. _Weu2019d love to hear from people with:_ u2022 Engineering (electrical, mechanical, chemical or industrial) (3 years) u2022 Engineering design and implementation in particular area of specialization (5 years) u2022 Order management system (if supporting Distribution) (5 years) u2022 Performance metrics development and root cause analysis (5 years) u2022 Warehouse or inventory system implementation (if supporting Distribution) (3 years) u2022 Project management (1 year) u2022 Strategic planning u2022 Consumer products or food company and plant experience, either technical or production u2022 Supervision, including direct supervision of contractors u2022 Ability to apply knowledge of multidisciplinary business principles and practices to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional projects and activities u2022 Team-building skills u2022 Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing u2022 Ability to work independently u2022 Results-oriented u2022 Solid distribution operations or transportation skills (if supporting Distribution) u2022 Ability to provide leadership, with the ability to coach and mentor team partners u2022 Project management skills, including measurement, reporting and financial analysis As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bacheloru2019s degree through Arizona State Universityu2019s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to . If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today _Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law._ _Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances._ _Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at or 1(888) 611-2258._

Created: 2026-03-13