Project Engineering Manager, Food Manufacturing

Position Responsibilities: Responsible for developing preliminary designs and specifications for engineering and materials, while also preparing project cost estimates. Conduct research, feasibility studies, and economic studies to ensure the design is both viable and cost-effective. Determine design criteria based on required standards and codes, and validate field work, creating as-built drawings to document the final outcome. Review and check engineering projects for accuracy and soundness and manage project execution by guiding vendors and contractors. Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors, ensuring alignment with management and engineering teams to successfully implement plans. Coordinate and provide direction to equipment vendors to plan layouts, ensure utility requirements are met, and maintain installation schedules. Review work products submitted by consultants, offering recommendations for adjustments as necessary. Maintain comprehensive documentation, including equipment manuals, mechanical and electrical drawings, parts lists, specifications, and vendor/service contact information, ensuring all project details are properly organized and accessible.

Requirements: *Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.* *2+ years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.* Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues. Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling. Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and standards interpretation skills. Proficient in engineering economics. Proficient in AutoCAD. Proficient in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software and Word processing software, other Microsoft Office products. Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations. (50% of the time). Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry. Previous experience in the management of multi-million dollar projects with large scopes.

Benefits: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development