Project Engineering Manager

Keystone Distinction Group; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Project Engineering Manager in Ashland, KY, with 5+ years in engineering and 2+ years in a leadership role. You will lead diverse teams to execute large-scale projects in the food industry, ensuring designs meet regulations and project delivery stays within budget. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is required. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and offers a salary range of $125-155K plus bonus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in a leadership position.
• Ability to apply engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs and project cost estimates.
• Ensure designs meet standards and validate field work.
• Manage project execution and vendor coordination.
• Prepare project documents and monitor installations.

Skills

Leadership and management

Project Management

Engineering principles

AutoCAD

Contract Administration

Analytical reasoning

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

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.