Sr. Engineering Project Manager

Balchem Corporation • South Ogden, UT

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About The Position

The Senior Engineering Project Manager leads the development and execution of complex, multifunctional capital projects across Balchem’s manufacturing network, primarily focused on capacity expansion, process improvement, safety, quality, and compliance initiatives in food and ingredient manufacturing environments. The role provides end-to-end project leadership, from concept development and feasibility assessment through scope definition, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, construction, commissioning, start-up, and handover to Operations.

The position works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Quality, R&D, Procurement, external engineering firms, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors to deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with business objectives. It requires technical knowledge of chemical processes, hygienic food manufacturing design, utilities, automation and controls, process safety, risk management, and change control. The role also promotes disciplined project governance, transparent communication, stakeholder alignment, and sustainable solutions that improve plant reliability, manufacturing capability, food safety, product quality, and operational performance.

Balchem is a health and nutrition solutions company with approximately 1,400 employees worldwide. Its business segments are Human Nutrition and Health, Animal Nutrition and Health, and Specialty Products. The role may require travel to other Balchem locations as business needs require, estimated at approximately 50%.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering; Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of process design, controls, project management, mechanical design, construction methods, and their practical application.
• At least 7 years of experience, including project management and scheduling, plant operations, equipment maintenance, and process control equipment and theory; 10 years is ideal.
• Previous experience leading large capital projects valued at $2–10 million or more.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence and ability to communicate with a broad range of teams, including executives, engineering and operations core teams, and construction workers.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft business software, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with project management software such as MS Project or Primavera is desired.
• Ten years of relevant experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Follow and enforce safety policies and procedures, including use of personal protective equipment and equipment safeguards; perform Job Hazard Analyses, Safety Observations, and required training.
• Ensure the safe performance of contract work in the facility and help advance the site’s safety culture.
• Lead project governance, including scheduling and conducting stakeholder reviews, managing change control, and monitoring project execution metrics.
• Assess project feasibility and recommend structural, mechanical, electrical, operational, or other requirements for senior management approval.
• Coordinate cross-functional project scope, design, and reviews.
• Design, develop, and install approved construction and manufacturing projects.
• Coordinate and supervise implementation of priority projects, delivering to budget and timeline.
• Submit Safety, Quality, and Efficiency initiative and project recommendations to Senior Management for approval.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, design engineers, and specialists.
• Ensure project specifications, material requirements, drawings, and cost estimates are completed; compile results and prepare recommendations and capital appropriation materials.
• Prepare purchase requisitions for equipment and services needed to complete projects.
• Prepare activity reports and periodic budget and status reports on projects and capital items under the role’s control.
• Develop and submit project lists, justifications, and cost estimates for capital planning.
• Prepare standard operating procedures for engineering functions, production operations, plant processes, and general procedures.
• Prepare and organize engineering drawings and standards for buildings, equipment, and processes.
• Monitor plant procedures, processes, and equipment maintenance, and make informed recommendations to improve operations.
• Provide engineering assistance to other departments as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior