Project Engineering Manager

Tom Trese; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom Trese in Ashland, KY is looking for a Project Engineering Manager to oversee large-scale projects in the food industry. The role involves developing designs, managing teams, and ensuring project standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, relevant experience, and strong project management skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD and ability to travel 50% of the time is required. This position offers a competitive salary of $125-155K plus a bonus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience required.
• 2+ years in a leadership role required.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to operational and design issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs and cost estimates.
• Manage project execution and coordinate schedules.
• Submit regular reports to management on project status.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Administration

Communication

Team Development

Engineering Principles

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineering Manager

Location: Ashland, KY

Salary: $125-155K plus bonus

Job Summary

As a Project Engineering Manager, you’ll apply expertise in science and math to lead and execute large-scale, complex technical projects within the food industry. You will lead a team of engineers either directly or indirectly, and oversee the design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs, material specs, and project cost estimates.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic analysis to support designs.
• Ensure designs meet required standards and codes and validate field work and create as-built drawings.
• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage project execution by directing vendors and contractors.
• Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors.
• Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans.
• Partner with vendors and contractors to plan layouts and meet utility requirements.
• Review consultant work and recommend adjustments and maintain documentation (manuals, drawings, specs, etc.) and vendor contacts.
• Conduct planning and reviews during pre-project phases.
• Define scope of work, prepare and evaluate proposals.
• Submit regular reports to management on project status.
• Manage contract administration and reviews bid packages.
• Prepare project documents (budget analyses, plans, schedules, etc.) and monitor installations to ensure they meet specifications and stay within budget.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 2+ years’ experience in a position of leadership including team development and management, required.
• 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.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• Ability to travel to other locations. (50% of the time).
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Proficient in engineering economics a plus.
• Previous experience in the management of multi-million-dollar projects with large scopes, desirable.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry, preferred.