Project Engineer

ManpowerGroup; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with company-m“

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Project Engineer in Memphis, TN to support capital project delivery and continuous improvement across processing and packaging operations. You will coordinate internal teams and external contractors to meet scope, schedule, and cost targets.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical preferred) and at least 5 years of project management experience in processing/packaging systems, with PLC/automation and GMP/HACCP/BRC familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or engineering-based degree is required.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in design/installation of processing/packaging systems.
• Knowledge of PFDs and P&IDs; familiarity with ASME/ANSI/NFPA standards.
• Experience with PLC/controls for automation and cost savings.
• Experience with GMP/HACCP/SQF/BRC packaging requirements.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to analyze and plan requirements for food-related processing/packaging projects and cost studies.
• Prepare engineering specs, design process/flows, and create drawings/documentation for capital projects.
• Lead projects through concept, design, installation, commissioning, and qualification to meet scope and objectives.
• Ensure compliance with permits, environmental regulations, sanitary design, and safety standards.
• Specify equipment, obtain bids, select items, and supervise plant labor/contractors for execution.

Skills

Project management

PFDs & P&IDs knowledge

Automation and PLC experience

Compliance familiarity (GMP HACCP SQF/

Vendor/contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or engineering-based degree (Mechanical or Chemical preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer

Location: Memphis, Tennessee

Department Size: 12-15

Reports to: Plant Engineer

Direct Reports: 1-2

Pay Range: $75,000 - $88,000

Our client, a leading food processing and packaging organization, is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team. As a Project Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering organization supporting capital project delivery and continuous improvement across processing and packaging operations. The ideal candidate will have strong technical problem-solving skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a collaborative mindset that helps you coordinate internal teams and external contract partners to deliver projects that meet scope, schedule, and cost targets.

What's the Job?

• Apply engineering principles to analyze and plan requirements for assigned food-related processing and/or packaging projects and cost studies to achieve targeted objectives.


• Prepare engineering specifications, design process and package flows, and create the drawings and documentation needed to support capital projects.


• Lead projects through concept, design, installation, commissioning, and qualification to meet defined scope and project objectives.


• Obtain and adopt applicable requirements, including building permits, environmental regulations, sanitary design, Good Manufacturing Practices, safety, code requirements, and OSHA regulations.


• Specify equipment and services, obtain bids, select and purchase required items, and supervise plant labor and contractors to ensure efficient execution and completion.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an engineering-based degree (Mechanical or Chemical preferred).


• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in the design and installation of processing and/or packaging systems.


• Working knowledge and ability to construct Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), with a basic understanding of ASME, ANSI, NFPA, and other industry standards.


• Experience designing and implementing PLC, controls, and related applications for automation and cost savings in a standardized, expandable approach.


• Experience with food safety requirements such as GMP Standards, HACCP, SQF, and BRC Certification (experience with packaging equipment such as form-fill-seal, cartoning, casepacking, conveying, palletizing, metal detection, and checkweighing is a plus).

What's in it for me?

• Competitive salaried compensation package aligned to experience and qualifications.


• Comprehensive benefits access to support health and well-being.


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.


• Career development opportunities to expand skills and grow professionally.


• Meaningful impact by leading capital projects and supporting continuous improvement across the organization.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Manpower Engineering, Experis, and Talent Solutions. ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Manpower Engineering, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.