Lead Project Engineer, Food Processing & Robotics

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Engineering Project Manager to lead design, cost estimation, and execution for meat processing facilities. You will interpret codes, develop specifications, and coordinate vendors, contractors, and plant personnel to meet schedules and budgets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, strong AutoCAD and MS Office skills, and travel up to 50% of the time. You will mentor teams, administer contracts, review proposals, and drive continuous improvements in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or related field) with 5+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination.
• 2+ years in a leadership role including team development and management.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.
• Project Management skills.
• Contract Administration skills.
• National codes and standards interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in engineering economics.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office products.
• Must reside within 60 miles of a designated location and be able to travel as needed.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Experience with food processing/meat industry advisable.
• Experience managing multi-million dollar projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary designs and engineering specifications.
• Prepare project cost estimates and feasibility studies.
• Determine design criteria per standards and codes.
• Validate field work and create as-built drawings.
• Review engineering projects for accuracy and soundness.
• Guide vendors and contractors to manage project execution.
• Coordinate schedules with plant personnel, vendors, contractors, and management.
• Direct equipment vendors in planning layouts and meeting utility requirements.
• Review consultant work products and recommend adjustments.
• Maintain equipment manuals, drawings, parts lists, and vendor contacts.
• Conduct planning, design and operational reviews during pre-project studies.
• Determine scope of work and prepare RFPs.
• Submit progress and development reports to management.
• Administer contracts and review bid packages for compliance.
• Prepare justifications, budgets, calculations, plans, and schedules.
• Monitor installations to meet specifications and budgets.
• Manage budget activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Improve robotic and controls knowledge for innovative solutions.
• Lead employee development and coaching to foster a positive environment.

Skills

Project Management Skills

Contract Administration Skills

Leadership and Team Development

Engineering Economics

Analytical Reasoning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Engineering Project Manager to lead design, cost estimation, and execution for meat processing facilities. You will interpret codes, develop specifications, and coordinate vendors, contractors, and plant personnel to meet schedules and budgets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, strong AutoCAD and MS Office skills, and travel up to 50% of the time. You will mentor teams, administer contracts, review proposals, and drive continuous improvements in