Jr. Project Engineer

The Bel Group•Brookings, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024. Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you! Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project! #IWorkForAllForGood Job Description Summary: The Project Engineer Assistant will acts as the right hand of the lead Project Manager, performs engineering work, using normal engineering practices, assist in keeping within budget and timelines. This position helps by utilizing management skills, assist in technical solutions and cost estimates to support the facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Work as part of construction project team to ensure that project plans are being follow as directed by the Senior responsible Engineer. Participate in daily safety briefings Participate in daily / weekly / monthly project timeline updates Assist Senior Engineer in checking work completed against drawings. Fill in / assist the Senior Engineer as needed to ensure project completion and success Be out and about on construction site daily. Interact with General Contractor, and Sub. Contractors crews on a daily basis to achieve success and a safe work environment for all. Special projects as needed or defined by the Senior Engineer. Organize follow-up meetings and prepare minutes, prepare progress reports and dashboard Monitor progress on-site and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards. Follow up with stakeholders to meet deadlines. Track and performance indicators. Manage project documentation and archives. Contribute to equipment commissioning and installation validation. Safely analyze and design project improvement opportunities which align with Bel’s values. Project ownership including, pre-project planning, quantifying and presenting project options. Participate in design of installations and project supervision including written proposals, managing execution, cost and deadlines. Manage the execution of projects while holding contractors accountable. Not only to the scope of the project, but to the policies/procedures set forth by the plant. Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices as stated within the policy. Follow all safety rules and procedures by working safely and ensuring safety of others. Follow all food safety procedures. Follow all environmental protocols as applicable to job to prevent pollution to air, land, or water. Follows all sanitation procedures and work instructions. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Project Manager.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering preferred. Gpa +3.0
Desire to work in Food Industry with ability to be take position in Bel factory after construction project is completed.
At least 5 years managing projects highly encouraged 2 to 3 years of working history
Previous experience in site construction supervision or industrial coordination is a plus.
Knowledge of budgeting process through the use of MS Excel strongly preferred
Strong MS computer skills usage is strongly preferred
Understanding of how to read drawings
Ability to read tape measure or other measurement devices
Confidentiality, quality, accuracy, timeliness, reliability, and thoroughness of work performed; ability to gain the trust and respect of senior management, management team at the facility and employees, maintain the integrity of confidential business and product information; ability to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with employees at all levels of the company, ability to work with and through others is essential to accomplish goals and objectives of the Company.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, adaptability, ability to manage multiple tasks, good communication, and teamwork and team spirit.
Safety mindset
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., as well as climb ladders.
Some travel will be required – US as well as international.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in the plant as required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the following programs is a huge plus:
Microsoft Project
AutoCAD
SAP
PLC knowledge and programming ladder logic

Responsibilities

Work as part of construction project team to ensure that project plans are being follow as directed by the Senior responsible Engineer.
Participate in daily safety briefings
Participate in daily / weekly / monthly project timeline updates
Assist Senior Engineer in checking work completed against drawings.
Fill in / assist the Senior Engineer as needed to ensure project completion and success
Be out and about on construction site daily.
Interact with General Contractor, and Sub. Contractors crews on a daily basis to achieve success and a safe work environment for all.
Special projects as needed or defined by the Senior Engineer.
Organize follow-up meetings and prepare minutes, prepare progress reports and dashboard
Monitor progress on-site and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
Follow up with stakeholders to meet deadlines.
Track and performance indicators.
Manage project documentation and archives.
Contribute to equipment commissioning and installation validation.
Safely analyze and design project improvement opportunities which align with Bel’s values.
Project ownership including, pre-project planning, quantifying and presenting project options.
Participate in design of installations and project supervision including written proposals, managing execution, cost and deadlines.
Manage the execution of projects while holding contractors accountable. Not only to the scope of the project, but to the policies/procedures set forth by the plant.
Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices as stated within the policy.
Follow all safety rules and procedures by working safely and ensuring safety of others. Follow all food safety procedures.
Follow all environmental protocols as applicable to job to prevent pollution to air, land, or water. Follows all sanitation procedures and work instructions.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Project Manager.