Project Engineer

Kerry Group • Rochester, MN

53d • $64,479 - $105,272

About The Position

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in food manufacturing or other regulated industries.
• Knowledge of MDA and USDA food plant regulations, sanitary design principles, and HACCP standards.
• Strong project management skills with proven experience in budgeting and scheduling.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency with CAD software, project management tools, and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and execute capital and operational projects from concept through commissioning.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure all projects meet MDA and USDA requirements, including sanitary design, food safety, and inspection readiness.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs to integrate compliance into engineering solutions.
• Maintain documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions.
• Design and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Support installation, validation, and troubleshooting of equipment and systems.
• Apply sanitary design principles to all facility and equipment modifications.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety teams to align engineering projects with plant needs.
• Provide technical training and guidance to plant personnel on new systems and equipment.
• Incorporate OSHA and environmental standards into project execution.
• Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives within plant operations.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
• Employee Share Plan
• Life, disability, and accident insurance
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees