Project Engineering Manager

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 105,100 - 147,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking a Manager, Project Engineering to provide engineering and technical support to plant operations, focusing on modifying baking and packaging processes and implementing new equipment while reducing costs and preserving quality.

You will own capital projects from planning through budget and schedule, develop equipment specs, manage vendors and installation, and lead process improvements with travel 50–70% to plants in the US and Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating competency).
• 5–7 years of engineering experience, preferably in food, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods industries.
• Experience with AutoCAD drawings.
• Computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Project for tracking project status.
• Experience managing large projects ($1,000,000+ in assets).
• Controls systems experience, including PLCs, drives, VFDs, and familiarity with Allen Bradley, Siemens, Rockwell, and other brands (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute capital projects, including project plans, budgets, and capital requests.
• Develop detailed equipment specifications.
• Prepare request for proposal (RFP) documents and select vendors.
• Manage vendor and construction activities, including change control.
• Oversee installation, troubleshooting, and training activities.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet all design criteria.
• Support plant personnel with root‑cause analysis and equipment performance analysis.
• Participate in plant process improvement activities, including equipment performance analysis, troubleshooting, and development of optimal settings and operating parameters.
• Develop capacity plans and recommend alternatives to address shortfalls.
• Perform job responsibilities with minimal day‑to‑day oversight.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organization

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Rockwell

Job description

Position Summary

The Manager, Project Engineering provides engineering and technical support to plant operations. The role focuses on modifying existing baking and packaging processes, implementing new processes and equipment, and reducing manufacturing costs while maintaining or improving product quality. The manager is responsible for delivering agreed scope, budget, and timelines for assigned projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute capital projects, including project plans, budgets, and capital requests.
• Develop detailed equipment specifications.
• Prepare request for proposal (RFP) documents and select vendors.
• Manage vendor and construction activities, including change control.
• Oversee installation, troubleshooting, and training activities.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet all design criteria.
• Support plant personnel with root‑cause analysis and equipment performance analysis.
• Participate in plant process improvement activities, including equipment performance analysis, troubleshooting, and development of optimal settings and operating parameters.
• Develop capacity plans and recommend alternatives to address shortfalls.
• Perform job responsibilities with minimal day‑to‑day oversight.

Key Competencies

• Track record of managing multiple projects on time and within budget.
• Experience improving performance of existing equipment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence others.
• Knowledge of commonly used process control and improvement tools.
• Well organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects with high quality.
• Willingness to travel 50–70% of the time; flexibility to travel to various plants in the US and Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating competency).
• 5–7 years of engineering experience, preferably in food, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods industries.
• Experience with Auto‑CAD drawings.
• Computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Project for tracking project status.
• Experience managing large projects (1million dollars or more in assets).
• Controls systems experience, including PLCs, drives, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and familiarity with Allen Bradley, Siemens, Rockwell, and other brands (preferred).

Physical Demands

The role requires frequent use of communication tools, a notebook computer, and standard office equipment. Employees must be able to sit, stand, stoop, and coordinate hand movements regularly, and use various forms of transportation for extended periods on a periodic basis.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $105,100 – $147,100
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• 401(k) and company match

Equal Opportunity

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie‑detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.