Project Engineering Manager - Packaging (50-70% Travel)

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

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.