Process Mechanical PM — Food Manufacturing Design-Build

Tippmann Group / Interstate Warehousing / Tippmann Construction; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading salary

Quarterly bonus program

Company laptop and iPhone

Seven paid holidays

Paid vacation time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability aswell

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Located in the Fort Wayne, IN corporate office, the Process Mechanical Project Manager bridges process design and construction execution for food manufacturing facilities. You will coordinate how mechanical and process systems come together to support safe, efficient, high-performing production environments, with 3–6 days of travel monthly.

The role blends hands-on design with client interaction and field coordination, requiring experience across utilities, equipment layouts, and P&ID

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Food Process Engineering (or related degree).
• 5+ years of experience in process or mechanical system design (food or beverage preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD 3D, SolidWorks, Recap, or Navisworks a plus.
• Knowledge of process utilities such as steam, compressed air, CIP, process cooling, and water systems.
• Understanding of equipment layout, system integration, sanitary design, and P&ID development.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced design-build environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with food industry clients to define process requirements and equipment needs.
• Design and coordinate process utilities and mechanical systems (steam, compressed air, CIP, water, etc.).
• Create and support detailed equipment layouts and mechanical drawings and exhibits using AutoCAD and Bluebeam
• Prepare bid packages, evaluate vendor proposals, and manage equipment procurement.
• Support field installation, commissioning, and startup to ensure systems perform as designed.
• Design and integrate process and mechanical systems, ensuring proper interface between utilities, equipment, and building infrastructure.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, and MEP teams through the 30-60-90% design review process.
• Lead technical discussions with equipment suppliers, subcontractors, and engineering teams.
• Review drawings and submittals to confirm design intent and technical accuracy.
• Assist with cost estimates, schedules, and documentation for design-build proposals.

Job description

Located in the Fort Wayne, IN corporate office, the Process Mechanical Project Manager bridges process design and construction execution for food manufacturing facilities. You will coordinate how mechanical and process systems come together to support safe, efficient, high-performing production environments, with 3–6 days of travel monthly.

The role blends hands-on design with client interaction and field coordination, requiring experience across utilities, equipment layouts, and P&ID