Project Engineering Manager

Aspire Talent Solutions; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Talent Solutions seeks a Strategic Project Engineering Manager in NC or VA to lead automation projects for the meat processing industry. The role partners with business groups to translate automation needs into innovative solutions and oversees cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include designing concepts, managing budgets, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring schedules are met. Travel up to 50% is required. A strong engineering background and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of engineering leadership experience required.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Excel.
• Experience managing multi-million dollar budgets.
• Knowledge of meat processing industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary designs and cost estimates for engineering and materials.
• Conduct feasibility studies to ensure viable, cost-effective designs.
• Determine design criteria and create as-built drawings to document outcomes.
• Review projects and guide vendors and contractors.
• Coordinate schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and engineers to implement plans.
• Prepare reports and manage budget activities to support project goals.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and vendor contacts.
• Continuously improve robotic and controls knowledge for innovative solutions.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

AutoCAD

Budget management

Meat industry knowledge

Excel

Travel 50%

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

5+ years of relevant experience

Leadership experience 2+ years

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project management software

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineering Manager

Location: NC or VA

Salary: $125K – 155K plus bonus

Job Summary of the Project Engineering Manager

Looking to hire a Strategic Project Engineering Manager who is passionate about technology and innovation in industrial equipment automation. The Strategic Project Manager will play a key role in driving cutting-edge automation projects for the meat processing industry. This Manager will collaborate closely with business partners and cross-functional teams to understand automation needs and translate them into innovative solutions. As a trusted authority in project management with equipment automation, this role tackles the most complex challenges, turning visionary concepts into reality.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Project Engineering Manager

• Responsible for developing preliminary designs and specifications for engineering and materials, while also preparing project cost estimates.
• Conduct research, feasibility studies, and economic studies to ensure the design is both viable and cost-effective.
• Determine design criteria based on required standards and codes, and validate field work, creating as-built drawings to document the final outcome.
• Review and check engineering projects for accuracy and soundness, and manage project execution by guiding vendors and contractors.
• Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors, ensuring alignment with management and engineering teams to successfully implement plans.
• Coordinate and provide direction to equipment vendors to plan layouts, ensure utility requirements are met, and maintain installation schedules.
• Review work products submitted by consultants, offering recommendations for adjustments as necessary.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, including equipment manuals, mechanical and electrical drawings, parts lists, specifications, and vendor/service contact information, ensuring all project details are properly organized and accessible.
• Conduct engineering planning, design, and operational reviews during pre-project studies to assess feasibility and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Determine the scope of work, prepare requests for proposals, and evaluate the proposals received to select the best approach.
• Submit detailed reports to management by established deadlines, keeping them informed on progress and key project developments.
• Responsible for contract administration, including reviewing bid packages to ensure compliance and completeness.
• Prepare essential project documents, such as justifications, budget analyses, calculations, plans, and schedules, to guide project execution.
• Monitor installations to ensure that proposal specifications and budgets are met, and you manage assigned budget activities to maintain financial control and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuously improve upon robotic and controls knowledge to execute innovative solutions

Education & Experience Requirements of the Project Engineering Manager

• 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, is required.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.
• Lay out and design experience
• Experience managing a multi-million dollar budget.
• Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and standards interpretation skills.
• Proficient in engineering economics.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software and Word processing software, other Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to travel to other locations. (50% of the time).
• Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry.
• Previous experience in the management of multi-million dollar projects with large scopes.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.