Senior Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Role Summary

Our client, a manufacturing organization within the food production sector, is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support capital and process improvement initiatives within a production environment. This role focuses on leading engineering projects from concept through execution, with an emphasis on optimizing production efficiency, reducing waste, and managing costs.

The position involves both independent work and leadership responsibilities, including oversight of medium to large-scale projects and coordination with cross-functional stakeholders.

• Develop engineering designs, material specifications, and project cost estimates

• Conduct feasibility studies and technical research to support design decisions

• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards; validate field work and produce as-built drawings

• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and compliance

• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and plant teams to maintain project schedules

• Direct vendors and contractors on layout planning and utility requirements

• Review third-party/consultant work and recommend improvements

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and vendor records

• Lead pre-project planning activities, define scope, prepare proposals, and evaluate bids

• Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders

• Support contract administration and oversee installations to ensure alignment with specifications, budgets, and timelines

• Manage project budgets and ensure financial targets are achieved

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience

• Strong project management and contract administration skills

• Experience managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar projects preferred

• Proficiency in AutoCAD

• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling

• Familiarity with national engineering codes and standards

• Proficiency in engineering economics

• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%

• Experience in food manufacturing environments, with exposure to protein or meat processing operations

• Knowledge of engineering principles related to food processing systems

• Base salary range: $100,000 – $130,000, plus bonus eligibility

• Onsite role within a production facility environment

• Travel requirement of approximately 50%