Project Engineering Manager - Food Processing

Sterling St James LLC; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling St James LLC in Peru, Indiana is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale, complex technical projects in the food/meat processing sector. You will oversee design, development, and implementation, guiding a team of engineers and coordinating with vendors and plant personnel.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 5+ years of experience, leadership for 2+ years, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs, material specs, and project cost estimates.
• 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 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.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Project Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Analytical reasoning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sterling St James LLC in Peru, Indiana is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale, complex technical projects in the food/meat processing sector. You will oversee design, development, and implementation, guiding a team of engineers and coordinating with vendors and plant personnel.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 5+ years of experience, leadership for 2+ years, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.