Engineering Leadership Trainee, Pathways Program

Perdue Farms

Accomac (VA)

On-site

USD 78,000 - 84,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Transition bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Perdue Farms in Accomac, VA is launching a 24-month Engineering Management Trainee program starting June 2027. Trainees will rotate through operations, engineering, and support areas, building leadership and technical skills for future engineering leaders.

The EMT program emphasizes safety, project management, and continuous improvement, with pathways to Associate Plant Engineer roles upon completion. Participants gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and cohort learning while advancing into a

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree completed within 24 months of Pathways start date.
Preferred degrees include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field.
Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Participate in up to two Regional Pathways Training events.
Learn and apply safety, food safety, quality, and environmental compliance expectations.
Develop knowledge of project management, capital project execution, and engineering work processes.
Support daily engineering and operational activities under leaders.
Build relationships with frontline and cross-functional partners.