Senior Project Engineer - Food Processing

What You'll Do

• Develop engineering designs, material specifications, and project cost estimates
• Conduct feasibility studies and research to support design choices
• Ensure designs meet required standards and codes
• Validate field work and create as built drawings
• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and compliance
• Coordinate project activities with vendors, contractors, and plant teams
• Direct vendors and contractors on layout planning and utility requirements
• Review consultant work and suggest changes as needed
• Maintain documentation including manuals, drawings, specifications, and vendor contacts
• Conduct planning and operational reviews during pre-project phases
• Define project scope, prepare proposals, and evaluate bids
• Submit regular status reports to management
• Assist with contract administration
• Prepare project documents
• Monitor installations to ensure they meet specifications, budgets, and timelines
• Manage project budgets to meet financial targets

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university in Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field, plus 5 or more years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling
• Project management skills, contract administration skills, and the ability to interpret national codes and standards
• Proficiency in engineering economics
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong written and oral communication, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability
• Ability to travel to other locations approximately 50% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry
• Previous experience managing multi million dollar projects with large scopes

Compensation And Benefits

• Bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off