Senior Project Engineer
About The Position
As a key member of our dynamic Engineering team, you will dive into data analysis and design innovative implementation plans to optimize production processes. Your mission? Maximize efficiency, eliminate waste, and reduce operating costs—all while ensuring that our world-class brands, including Smithfield, Eckrich, and Nathan’s Famous, continue to exceed the expectations of our customers and consumers. You’ll apply your expertise in science and mathematics to develop cutting-edge technical projects that transform the pork and packaged meat industry. Whether leading a small team on medium to large-scale projects or taking charge of a critical portion of a more complex initiative, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving success. While you’re fully capable of working independently and making impactful decisions, you’ll also collaborate with senior leaders when facing complex challenges, ensuring every project is executed with precision. If you're ready to apply your engineering skills to revolutionize manufacturing, enhance operational efficiencies, and deliver exceptional results for some of the most iconic brands in the industry, we want you on our team!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field and 5+ years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
- Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
- Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.
- Must possess Project Management skills.
- Contract Administration skills.
- National codes and standards interpretation skills.
- Proficient in engineering economics.
- Proficient in AutoCAD.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
- Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry, preferred.
- Previous experience in the management of multi-million-dollar projects with large scopes, desirable.
- Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop engineering designs, material specifications, and project cost estimates.
- Conduct feasibility studies and research to support design choices.
- Ensure designs meet required standards and codes, validating field work and creating as-built drawings.
- Review engineering submissions for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate project activities with vendors, contractors, and plant teams to stay on schedule.
- Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans.
- Direct vendors and contractors on layout planning and utility requirements.
- Review consultant work and suggest changes as needed.
- Maintain documentation, including manuals, drawings, specs, and vendor contacts.
- Conduct planning and operational reviews during pre-project phases.
- Define project scope, prepare proposals, and evaluate bids.
- Submit regular status reports to management.
- Assist with contract administration.
- Prepare project documents.
- Monitor installations to ensure they meet specs, budgets, and timelines.
- Manage project budgets to ensure financial targets are met.
Benefits
- Relocation Package Available
- Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
- Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life
- Support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management
- Comprehensive training and professional development programs
- LinkedIn Learning access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training
- Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
- Leadership development initiatives
- Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
- Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement for GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
