Project Engineer

Bel; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bel is seeking a Project Engineer responsible for managing capital projects from inception to completion in Nampa, Idaho. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in dairy process equipment and project management expertise.

This role demands a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience, along with proficiency in CAD software like Solidworks and AutoCAD. Safety and quality compliance is a critical aspect of project execution where candidates must work effectively across teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of capital project management on Pre-Process and Process Equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to read prints and understand electrical, architectural, mechanical, P&ID aspects.
• Knowledge of mixproof valves, vacuum pumps, heat exchangers, and low-voltage electrical circuits.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage validated projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plan timelines and lead cross-functional work groups.
• Manage contractor compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Strong technical skills related to Process Equipment

Strong technical skills related to project management

Knowledge of CAD programs (Solidworks, AutoCAD)

Ability to read prints and understand electrical, architectural, mechanical aspects

Collaborative work with contractors and vendors

Ability to work independently with limited direction

Team-oriented mentality

Knowledge of local, federal and state regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for creating, justifying, coordinating, executing and properly installing and completing capital projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets. The Project Engineer coordinates the work of contractors, ensuring that safety/food safety and quality of work align with Materne expectations.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks

• Implement and manage validated projects from inception to completion.
• Study and define new projects as the need arises and as they are assigned to the site.
• Develop project plan timelines and lead cross‑functional work groups to complete projects within specification, on time and on budget, while ensuring safety and food safety practices are followed.
• Maintain plant AutoCAD drawing files and make updates as needed. Provide conceptual engineering drawings as requested.
• Maintain a record of the status of all active projects.
• Maintain and update technical documentation.
• Follow CER, PO and OOP processes.
• Manage and oversee contractor compliance with safety practices, site security requirements, GMP requirements and quality of work.
• Act as the site expert on assigned processes, troubleshooting and recommending improvements. Work with technical services to create operational procedures, maintenance strategies and adjustment sequences for new industrial equipment.
• Identify the “optimized base case” in regard to ROI calculations.
• Collaborate with Quality and Safety leadership to ensure their needs are met during project implementation.
• Work with plant teams and corporate engineering teams as needed on projects.
• Manage final qualification for capital projects and supplier relationships: execute competitive bid processes when applicable, complete the “to‑do” list, enforce corrective action plans including warranty work with suppliers, oversee on‑site project installation/construction, and ensure contractors complete safety and GMP training.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Key Performance Indicator (KPI)

• Project completed under budget.
• Project completed on time.

Position Requirements

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

Experience

• 3+ years of capital project management on Pre‑Process and Process Equipment.

Skills

• Strong technical skills related to Process Equipment (Dairy Process or similar).
• Strong technical skills related to project management.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill using 2D & 3D CAD programs; preferred experience in Solidworks and AutoCAD.
• Strong ability to read prints and understand electrical, architectural, mechanical, P&ID aspects.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with contractors, vendors, and internal customers to ensure project completion on time and within budget.
• Ability to work independently and with limited direction.
• Team‑oriented mentality.
• Knowledge of related local, federal and state regulations.
• Strong competence in one or more of these technical categories: Mixproof valves, vacuum pumps, heat exchangers, pumps; data collection management (SCADA, HMI); food pre-processes, processes & packing equipment; building (civil works, HVAC systems, fire suppression, architectural, plumbing & mechanical, structural); low‑voltage electrical circuits.

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Must be able to work in normal office conditions and in the manufacturing plant.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment and comply with GMP standards, including safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hair/beard net and other requirements.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 8 hours per day, adapt time base on project & work over weekends when needed.

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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