Lead Project Engineer - Food Processing & Optimization

Smithfield Foods; Arnold (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in the United States is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale technical projects in pork and packaged meat production. You will guide a team of engineers, oversee design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions, and work to optimize operations while aligning with Smithfield brands.

This role requires strong engineering principles, project management, and travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years' experience.
• 2+ years leadership experience including team development.
• PM skills; contract administration; codes interpretation.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering designs, specs, cost estimates; manage vendors and schedules.
• Plan layouts with vendors; review consultant work; maintain docs.
• Prepare proposals and reports; manage project status updates.
• Prepare project documents and monitor installations to stay within budget.
• Lead and coach engineers to support project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Smithfield Foods in the United States is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale technical projects in pork and packaged meat production. You will guide a team of engineers, oversee design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions, and work to optimize operations while aligning with Smithfield brands.

This role requires strong engineering principles, project management, and travel up to 50%.