Engineer

ofi; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation from Day 1

Paid Sick Leave

Company Paid Holidays

401K Match on Day 1

Career Growth and Learning

Job summary

ofi is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients seeking an Engineering/Project-focused professional in New Jersey. You will study machines and utility designs, collaborate with operations, and lead CAPEX projects with stakeholders.

This role emphasizes regulatory compliance, sustainability, data-driven decisions, and energy optimization across multiple facilities. You will build training, maintain documentation, and support asset upkeep while traveling to alternate plants as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required; five years of equivalent experience accepted.
• Experience in food processing, agriculture, chemical or pharmaceutical preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory environments is required.
• Good understanding of sustainability initiatives in the food business.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
• Leadership and teamwork across geographies; effective communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficient in MS Office; intermediate Excel skills.
• Willingness to travel to other facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Study current machines, utility designs, and layout for improvements.
• Collaborate with operations to implement continuous improvement projects.
• Develop project objectives with stakeholders and review proposals.
• Determine project specifications from design, requirements and standards.
• Review contractor quotes and prepare cost estimates and CAPEX proposals.
• Develop schedules and monitor project progress and performance.
• Participate in customer/contractor meetings and resolve issues.
• Prepare status reports and analyze data trends to suggest actions.
• Monitor costs and maintain data; identify risks and areas for improvement.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and KPI tracking.
• Provide training and technical coordination support to the team.
• Develop documentation and energy optimization measures.
• Support maintenance and upkeep of existing assets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Detail oriented

Regulatory awareness

Travel willingness

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Responsibilities

• Study current machines, utility designs, and layout to find opportunities for process and engineering improvements.
• Interact with the operations team to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives through various projects.
• Develop project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans in agreement with stakeholders.
• Determine project specifications by studying product design, requirements, and performance standards.
• Reviews quotes from contractors, prepare cost estimates and Capex proposals.
• Develop appropriate project schedules by studying project plan and specifications.
• Participate in internal and external customer/contractor meetings and resolve project issues.
• Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends and recommending action items.
• Manage project costs by monitoring expenditures and maintain project data base by; entering and backing up all data. Identify areas for improvement and risk.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with all Regulatory/Statutory regulations.
• Confirm project performance by conducting laid out tests/trials of installed machinery and implement policies, procedures and systems for capex management as defined by ofi
• Monitor energy consumption and maintain accurate records to carry out energy data analysis and identify improvement opportunities.
• Comply with the engineering Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Provide specialized skills in support of capital project implementation and administration.
• Provide effective and efficient technical administrative and coordination services to the team to help resolve issues.
• Develop and deliver operational, technical, and engineering training of critical machines and equipment.
• Update and maintain technical documentation
• Develop and recommend energy optimization cost saving techniques and measures to achieve reduction in expenditures.
• Support programs to manage the maintenance and upkeep of existing assets
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required. Five additional years of equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of degree
• Experience in food processing, agriculture, chemical or pharmaceutical is preferred.
• Good working knowledge of regulatory, legislative, and business environments is required.
• Demonstrated current knowledge of environmental and sustainability initiatives for food business and ability to implement innovative solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills are required. Should be able to identify necessary criteria when evaluating a process/system.
• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills are required.
• Ability to critically analyze new and existing designs to generate cost reductions is required.
• Good leadership skills; including diplomacy, teamwork, relationship building, and coordinative skills; must be able to work with diverse team across geographies.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical disciplines, production personnel and executives, both internal and external is required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks accurately and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills are required; intermediate skills in Excel are required.
• Ability and willingness to travel is required, travel to alternate manufacturing facilities on an as needed basis for the business will be required.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. Build a Rewarding Career at ofi!

The pay for this role ranges from $112,000 - $136,000 annually and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Performance-based Bonuses:

Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits:

Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being:

Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family.

Family Support:

Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave – Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth and Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.