Lead Project Engineer

Job Title: Senior Project EngineerLocation: Newport News, VASalary: $100-130K plus bonusJob Summary of the Senior Project Engineer: The Senior Project Engineer will lead a small team on medium to large-scale projects or take charge of a critical portion of a more complex initiative; you’ll play a pivotal role in driving success. While you’re fully capable of working independently and making impactful decisions, you’ll also collaborate with senior leaders when facing complex challenges, ensuring every project is executed with precision.Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Senior Project Engineer:· Develop engineering designs, material specifications, and project cost estimates.· Conduct feasibility studies and research to support design choices. · Responsible for ensuring designs meet required standards and codes, validating field work and creating as-built drawings. · Review engineering submissions for accuracy and compliance, coordinate project activities with vendors, contractors, and plant teams to stay on schedule and collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans.· Direct vendors and contractors on layout planning and utility requirements.Job Duties Continued:· Review consultant work and suggest changes as needed and maintain documentation, including manuals, drawings, specs, 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 and prepare project documents.Requirements:· Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field and 5+ years of experience required.· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.· Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced environment.· Experience managing multi-million-dollar projects preferred.· Proficiency in AutoCAD and engineering economics required.· Ability to travel 50% of the time for collaboration with other locations.· Organized, adaptable, and team-oriented with analytical reasoning skills.· Prefer knowledge of engineering principles related to food processing and the meat industry.