Engineer III - Project Engineer

Tyson Fresh Meats•Springdale, AR

About The Position

The Engineer III - Project Engineer conceptualizes new projects; prepares project estimates; develops layouts and schedules; and works with the business to evaluate the financial viability of potential projects. The role collaborates across all project phases with cross-functional teams at production facilities and corporate offices, including safety, operations, finance, FSQA, maintenance, engineering, and environmental services. The Engineer generates specifications and uses data-based decisions to deliver projects that meet production throughput, product quality and specification, and functionality objectives. Creativity, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and continuous learning and improvement are expected. The position provides engineering designs and parameters for projects and utility systems, and coordinates design work for processing equipment layouts, piping diagrams, and electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and other utility systems. It also supports spending analysis and project cost tracking and reporting, and coordinates activities with Operations and Engineering management at all levels. Familiarity with OSHA regulations and Tyson safety policies is required. Frequent travel of up to 75% is involved. Relocation assistance is eligible. The successful candidate must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent engineering experience.
At least 5 years of applicable engineering experience in the food industry.
Knowledge of computer programs, spreadsheets, databases, scheduling tools, SAP or project management software; Microsoft Office experience is desired.
CAD training or experience with two- and three-dimensional drafting software.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain difficult concepts clearly to all levels of the organization.
Ability to work on multifaceted projects of any magnitude under supervision.
Demonstrated ability to assist with complex projects and deliver them on time and on budget while achieving company objectives.
Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures across mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and process engineering disciplines.
Extensive knowledge and experience with business processes related to consumer products manufacturing.
Strong leadership, consultative, and interpersonal skills; organized and results-oriented.
Frequent travel, up to 75%.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Beef or pork food processing experience.
Microsoft Office experience.

Responsibilities

Conceptualize new projects and prepare project estimates.
Develop project layouts and schedules.
Collaborate with the business to assess the financial viability of potential projects.
Work with cross-functional teams throughout project phases, including teams at production facilities and corporate level.
Generate specifications and make data-based decisions to meet project deliverables for production throughput, product quality and specification adherence, and functionality.
Follow OSHA regulations and Tyson safety policies.
Provide engineering design and parameters for new projects and utility systems.
Coordinate project design, including processing equipment layouts and piping, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and other utility systems.
Consult with financial personnel on spending analysis and project cost tracking and reporting.
Coordinate project activities with Operations and Engineering management at all levels.