Engineer III

Tyson Foods•Alexandria, KY

About The Position

Tyson Foods is hiring an Engineer III in its Prepared Foods Division. The facility manufactures hot dogs, sliced lunch meat, and cocktail sausages. As a member of the Manufacturing Services Team, the Engineer III supports Manufacturing Solution business processes across Tyson and works within a team as a business partner and liaison to the IS organization. The role implements enterprise solutions for manufacturing processes and identifies opportunities for process improvement and systems integration. The position covers manufacturing process analysis and improvement, enterprise application use, wastewater management, refrigeration systems, AutoCAD drafting, and capital project planning and management. The Engineer III supports Operations, helps implement change, provides process and technical expertise, trains and mentors team members, and reports project status to management. Travel is required for various training. Relocation assistance is eligible. The role is on 1st shift.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical degree, or a master's degree with a bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical degree; the posting also lists 6–10 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
Standard computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
Ability to create written documentation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain difficult concepts understandably to all levels of the organization.
Extensive knowledge of and experience with business processes related to consumer products manufacturing.
Excellent consultative leadership and interpersonal skills.
Organized, results-oriented approach.
Willingness to travel for various training.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsible use of approved AI tools, including protecting sensitive information, adhering to company policies, critically evaluating outputs, and applying professional judgment.

Nice To Haves

Management experience in consumer products manufacturing is desired.
Knowledge of manufacturing execution in an environment involving supply chain optimization, production planning, detailed production scheduling, and process costing is desired.
Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems and SAP MM, QM, and PP PI modules is a plus.
A master's degree with a bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement system and process modifications to capitalize on improvement opportunities.
Analyze manufacturing processes and systems to identify waste, redundancy, and bottlenecks.
Liaise with and support Operations, acting as a catalyst for change.
Advise the business using functional expertise and technical experience to improve processes.
Conduct feasibility studies to define the purpose, functions, and structure of business processes.
Analyze business processes leading to process changes and system implementations, including end-user training.
Create documentation required by IS methodologies, including functional specifications, business scenarios, and implementation plans.
Continuously improve functional knowledge and technical proficiency in enterprise applications, including Materials Management, Quality Management, and Production Scheduling, and promote effective technology utilization.
Assess organizational process capabilities and mentor and train team members in process-improvement methodologies and tools.
Provide management with accurate and timely project status reports.
Oversee and optimize wastewater pretreatment processes; ensure regulatory compliance; supervise staff; maintain equipment; and manage sludge and biosolids.
Manage the site's Process Safety Management program for anhydrous ammonia and associated refrigeration equipment.
Create and modify 2D technical drawings using AutoCAD and related CAD tools.
Interpret sketches, specifications, and engineering data to produce accurate plans.
Revise drawings based on redlines, markups, and design changes.
Ensure drawings comply with industry standards, building codes, and company CAD guidelines.
Prepare construction documents, shop drawings, and bid packages when required.
Collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to clarify design intent.
Maintain drawing libraries, version control, and organized file systems.
Conduct field measurements or site assessments to verify as-built conditions.
Develop project objectives, timelines, and strategies, and coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams.
Prepare and manage project budgets, cost estimates, funding allocations, and financial reporting.
Identify project risks, assess their impact, and implement mitigation strategies.
Manage project schedules, resource allocation, and milestone tracking.
Guide multidisciplinary teams and foster collaboration.
Address complex challenges and make high-stakes decisions.
Demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, safeguard sensitive information, follow company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs.