Engineer III - Poultry/Project Engineer

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Springdale, AR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for designing and initiating complex projects from ideation to execution. This includes developing scope of work and writing specifications for proposals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Responsibilities include providing effective project management from inception through construction and installation; organizing the design resources, supervising design, specification and procurement and coordinating the company's objectives regarding capacity, operability, economics and timelines. Other duties include involvement in the selection of approved contractors, deciding which systems are best suited for a specific application and how they are to be installed. Additional duties and responsibilities include working with Safety Coordinators, being familiar with Tyson and OSHA regulations; providing conceptual design engineering for new projects including process flow diagrams, mass balance, and estimates; maintain current project knowledge of project cost and assume responsibility for project cost management; consult with accounting personnel relative to project accounting procedures and project costs.

Requirements

B.S. in Engineering or equivalent engineering experience.
5+ years' applicable engineering experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge and use of computer programs, spreadsheet, database and scheduling programs.
Microsoft exposure preferred.
Capable of working on multi-faceted projects of any magnitude while requiring limited supervision.
Has demonstrated repeated ability to complete complex projects on time and on budget.
Good knowledge of a variety of Mechanical Engineering disciplines concepts, practices, and procedures.
Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs.
Ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI.
Ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Responsibilities

Designing and initiating complex projects from ideation to execution.
Developing scope of work and writing specifications for proposals.
Providing effective project management from inception through construction and installation.
Organizing design resources, supervising design, specification, and procurement.
Coordinating company objectives regarding capacity, operability, economics, and timelines.
Involvement in the selection of approved contractors.
Deciding which systems are best suited for a specific application and how they are to be installed.
Working with Safety Coordinators and being familiar with Tyson and OSHA regulations.
Providing conceptual design engineering for new projects including process flow diagrams, mass balance, and estimates.
Maintaining current project knowledge of project cost and assuming responsibility for project cost management.
Consulting with accounting personnel relative to project accounting procedures and project costs.
Oversight of various departmental personnel as required, external consultants, and leading intra-company cross-functional teams.