Lead Project Engineer: Food Processing & Plant Systems

Aspire Talent Solutions; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for Newport News, VA. You will lead a small team on medium to large-scale projects or take charge of a critical portion of a complex initiative, driving success.

You will collaborate with senior leaders when facing challenges, travel up to 50% to other locations, and ensure every project is executed with precision. The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 5+ years of experience, plus proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field and 5+ years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry, preferred.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.
• Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and standards interpretation skills. Previous experience in the management of multi-million-dollar projects with large scopes, desirable.
• Proficient in engineering economics.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs, material specifications, and project cost estimates.
• Conduct feasibility studies and research to support design choices.
• Responsible for ensuring designs meet required standards and codes, validating field work and creating as-built drawings.
• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and compliance, coordinate project activities with vendors, contractors, and plant teams to stay on schedule and collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans.
• Direct vendors and contractors on layout planning and utility requirements.
• Review consultant work and suggest changes as needed and maintain documentation, including manuals, drawings, specs, and vendor contacts.
• Conduct planning and operational reviews during pre-project phases, define project scope, prepare proposals, and evaluate bids.
• Submit regular status reports to management, assist with contract administration and prepares project documents and monitor installations to ensure they meet specs, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage project budgets to ensure financial targets are met.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Administration

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Aspire Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for Newport News, VA. You will lead a small team on medium to large-scale projects or take charge of a critical portion of a complex initiative, driving success.

You will collaborate with senior leaders when facing challenges, travel up to 50% to other locations, and ensure every project is executed with precision. The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 5+ years of experience, plus proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office.