Project Manager - Engineer

AGP•Omaha, NE

About The Position

AGP’s Corporate Engineering team is hiring a Project Manager to support operations and production teams by analyzing, developing, coordinating, and executing engineering projects across company facilities. The role offers ownership of projects from concept and feasibility through design, construction, commissioning, and startup, with work that directly affects plant operations and production capabilities across the Midwest. The Project Manager works with internal teams and external engineering firms, contractors, and vendors to develop and deliver projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The position requires occasional overnight travel and travel of up to 30%. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
5–8 years of project engineering experience, preferably in an agricultural, industrial, manufacturing, or processing environment.
Well-rounded engineering knowledge that can be applied across disciplines.
Knowledge of engineering and construction practices, procedures, and applicable industry regulations.
Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and instructions.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and engineering documentation standards.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
Sound judgment and ability to make informed decisions using available information.
Ability to coordinate schedules and resources to keep projects on track.
Willingness to travel up to 30%, including occasional overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering degree preferred.
Soybean processing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop conceptual project designs, define project requirements, identify facility modifications, and prepare preliminary cost estimates and payback analyses to assess project feasibility.
Lead projects through preliminary engineering, field investigations, design, bidding, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup.
Coordinate project design and execution with external engineering firms, contractors, and vendors.
Develop design/build bid packages and supporting documentation to obtain complete and competitive bids.
Perform engineering calculations and analyses to resolve operational issues and identify improvement opportunities.
Create and review drawings, including general arrangements, flow diagrams, and site plans.
Conduct field investigations and document existing and as-built conditions.
Work with internal engineering, operations, purchasing, and accounting teams to advance projects.
Coordinate work assignments and priorities to help complete projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

Benefits

100% employer-funded pension plan.
401(k) retirement plan with Roth and Traditional options and company match.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Health savings account and medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Long-term disability insurance and salary continuation.
Company-paid life insurance.
Wellness program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Adoption assistance.
Paid time off.
Competitive pay and an exceptional retirement and benefits package.