Utilities Engineering Manager (Remote)

Smithfield Foods•Smithfield, VA

11d•$105,000 - $140,000•Remote

About The Position

This is a remote position with geographic requirements. To effectively support business operations, candidates must reside within 60 miles of a designated company location and be able to travel to assigned facilities as needed. Relocation may be required for candidates who do not currently meet this requirement. Join our dynamic Engineering team, where you will be the driving force behind all facility infrastructure needs, ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently. You’ll take charge of critical systems such as Electrical, Refrigeration, Steam, Compressed Air, Fire Protection, and Rendering. Your expertise will play a key role in powering the production of iconic brands like Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan’s Famous, and many more, directly impacting the quality of products our customers and consumers rely on. This is your chance to make a real difference in a fast-paced, innovative environment, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to shape the future!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
Knowledge of Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration.
Knowledge of Electrical Power Distribution.
Strong reading, math, writing, analytical skills.
Possess a theoretical understanding of Facility Utilities Systems and can apply that knowledge to the roles and responsibilities of the position.
Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
Proficient in AutoCAD drawing skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations. (50% of the time).

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational planning, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
Perform assigned tasks efficiently with minimum supervision.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

Responsibilities

Identify and implement solutions to critical operational issues of Facility Utilities Systems.
Assess and optimize operations of Utilities Systems to support facilities’ teams.
Work with facilities in developing short and long-term facility maintenance plans.
Develop and provide full risk analysis of facilities.
Support all US Fresh and Packaged Meat Facilities and associated teams as required.
Conduct audits on project performance and sustainability initiatives.
Engage external professional engineering resources to ensure quality and effective engineering design for project development.
Engage professional refrigeration engineering resources during the design and development of projects.
Determine scope of work, prepare requests for proposals, and evaluate proposals.
Assist with the planning and budgeting process for various engineering improvement projects, meeting project expectations and time requirements.
Work closely with other engineering team members to manage (Lead) and develop their skills and knowledge.
Mentor entry level engineers as needed.
Manage the “Excellence in Engineering” efforts for engagement and compliance.
Develop Engineering Reports and Matrix Data Base for Facility Infrastructure Assets.
Drive a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.