Engineer III - Poultry/Project Engineer

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to design and shepherd complex projects from ideation to execution at our Springdale site. The role involves developing scope of work, writing specifications for proposals, and leading cross-functional teams through design, procurement, and implementation.

The ideal candidate has a B.S. in Engineering with 5+ years of engineering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage project costs while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or equivalent engineering experience.
• 5+ years’ applicable engineering experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer Skills: Knowledge and use of computer programs, spreadsheet, database and scheduling programs. Microsoft exposure preferred.
• Capable of working on multi-faceted projects of any magnitude while requiring limited supervision; Has demonstrated repeated ability to complete complex projects on time and on budget; good knowledge of a variety of Mechanical Engineering disciplines concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Travel: 50% will vary by project location and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Design and initiate complex projects from ideation to execution, developing scope of work and specifications for proposals.
• Provide effective project management from inception through construction and installation; organize design resources and supervise design, specification and procurement.
• Coordinate company objectives regarding capacity, operability, economics and timelines; select approved contractors and determine best systems for a given application.
• Maintain knowledge of project cost and assume responsibility for cost management; consult with accounting on project accounting and expenses.
• Ensure compliance with Safety Coordinators and Tyson/OSHA regulations; provide conceptual design engineering including process flow diagrams, mass balance, and estimates.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Scheduling software

Databases

Job description

Management Level:

87

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for designing and initiating complex projects from ideation to execution. This includes developing scope of work and writing specifications for proposals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Responsibilities include providing effective project management from inception through construction and installation; organizing the design resources, supervising design, specification and procurement and coordinating the company’s objectives regarding capacity, operability, economics and timelines. Other duties include involvement in the selection of approved contractors, deciding which systems are best suited for a specific application and how they are to be installed. Additional duties and responsibilities include working with Safety Coordinators, being familiar with Tyson and OSHA regulations; providing conceptual design engineering for new projects including process flow diagrams, mass balance, and estimates; maintain current project knowledge of project cost and assume responsibility for project cost management; consult with accounting personnel relative to project accounting procedures and project costs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: B.S. in Engineering or equivalent engineering experience.
• Experience: 5+ years’ applicable engineering experience.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Computer Skills: Knowledge and use of computer programs, spreadsheet, database and scheduling programs. Microsoft exposure preferred.
• Special Skills: Capable of working on multi-faceted projects of any magnitude while requiring limited supervision; Has demonstrated repeated ability to complete complex projects on time and on budget; good knowledge of a variety of Mechanical Engineering disciplines concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Supervisory: This position is responsible for oversight of various departmental personnel as required, external consultants, and leading intra-company cross functional teams.
• Travel: 50% will vary by project location and complexity.

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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