Engineering Project Manager
Detailed Responsibilities
- Manage multiple engineering capital projects simultaneously from conception to completion, including defining project scope, schedules, and budgets, identifying resources, managing project risks, and ensuring deliverables meet business goals.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and technical requirements, identify project risks and dependencies, and develop project plans that align with business objectives and technical requirements.
- Provide project status updates and manage stakeholder expectations by communicating project progress, milestones, and risks.
- Provide technical expertise to identify, evaluate, and implement new technologies and processes that improve production efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure all projects comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
- Manage project budgets and ensure costs are managed within budget.
- Manage project documentation, including project plans, technical specifications, and project reports.
- Drive strong communication between corporate and fulfillment centers to gain buy-in and alignment on initiatives.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and travel frequently to fulfillment centers to provide regular on-site support, guidance, and drive accountability, while also developing strong relationships with site teams and local stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Completion of a four-year degree program in a related field: Engineering (Ideally in chemical, industrial, or mechanical)
- Minimum of 2 years of managing projects and resources with $100k or greater scope in a fast-paced environment
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in production/operational environments
- Interpersonal skills to work with team members across functions and in both production and corporate environments
- Analytical proficiency to meet variable needs of the business
- Ability to think “outside-the-box”
- Ability to react on the fly to unforeseen production and planning scenarios as they arise
- Computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, PowerPoint)
- Strong ability to track details and to keep track of projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Results-oriented attitude; able to multitask and get things done
- Willingness to embrace change and adjust quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in CAD software, such as AutoCAD, is required
More About Us
Perks and Benefits:
- Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available
- Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time
- 401k program
- Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses
How We Work Together
We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.
We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.
We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.
Be at Home at Home Chef
We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.
Illinois Pay Range
$95,000 - $105,000 USD