Project Engineering Manager

Software Placement Group; Comisión de Fomento de Perú; On-site; ARS 190,404,000 - 236,101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a Project Engineering Manager in Nashville, TN to lead large-scale, complex engineering projects within the food processing sector. You will direct a team of engineers, collaborate with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors, and drive designs from concept through commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering with 5+ years of experience and 2+ years in leadership, with travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience or equivalent.
• 2+ years in a leadership role including team development and management.
• Experience applying engineering principles to operations and design issues.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Familiarity with installation/construction scheduling and national codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs, material specifications, and project cost estimates.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic analyses to support design decisions.
• Ensure designs meet required standards and codes; validate field work and create as-built drawings.
• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage project execution by directing vendors and contractors.
• Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors.
• Prepare project documents including budget analyses, plans, and schedules.
• Monitor installations to ensure they meet specifications and stay within budget.
• Submit regular status reports to management.
• Define scope of work and prepare and evaluate proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Adaptability

Engineering economics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Nashville, TN | Schedule: Full-time, on-site with travel | Compensation: $125K -155K plus bonus

Overview

An established company in the food processing industry is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale, complex technical projects. This role offers the chance to direct a team of engineers, oversee innovative engineering solutions, and work independently on most tasks while collaborating with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project outcomes.

What you'll do

• Develop engineering designs, material specifications, and project cost estimates
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic analyses to support design decisions
• Ensure designs meet required standards and codes; validate field work and create as-built drawings
• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and completeness
• Manage project execution by directing vendors and contractors
• Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors
• Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans
• Partner with vendors and contractors to plan layouts and meet utility requirements
• Review consultant work and recommend adjustments
• Maintain documentation such as manuals, drawings, specifications, and vendor contacts
• Conduct planning and reviews during pre-project phases
• Define scope of work and prepare and evaluate proposals
• Submit regular status reports to management
• Manage contract administration and review bid packages
• Prepare project documents including budget analyses, plans, and schedules
• Monitor installations to ensure they meet specifications and stay within budget

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or a related field, plus 5+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership role including team development and management
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling
• Project Management skills, Contract Administration skills, and the ability to interpret national codes and standards
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability
• Ability to travel to other locations 50% of the time
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
• Proficient in engineering economics

Preferred qualifications

• Previous experience managing multi-million-dollar projects with large scopes, desirable
• Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry, preferred

Compensation and benefits

• $125K -155K plus bonus

Why this role

This position offers the opportunity to lead complex, large-scale engineering projects and manage a team, with the autonomy to work independently while tackling meaningful technical challenges in the food industry.