Regional Engineering Leader: Meat Manufacturing Ops

Smithfield Foods

Maine

On-site

USD 120,000 - 163,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Senior Regional Engineering Manager to lead engineering teams across multiple plants. You will drive capital projects, optimize M&E processes, and provide technical guidance to sustain peak operations while managing safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

You will oversee talent development, partner with HR for leadership programs, and travel up to 50% to optimize performance across locations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or related field and 8+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and standards interpretation skills.
Proficient in engineering economics.

Responsibilities

Lead engineering team members to cover multiple plants to ensure optimal plant performance, overseeing Project Engineering teams and projects at all locations.
Manage direct reports from diverse engineering disciplines to maintain excellence and resource projects effectively.
Oversee the development and implementation of production technologies and technical improvements.
Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local engineering codes and regulations and maintain high standards for Quality and Food Safety.
Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing engineering teams and collaborate with HR on leadership development.