Senior Project Engineer – Food Processing & Automation

Post Holdings, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Project Engineer/Manager to plan, schedule and coordinate capital projects across our egg and food processing facilities.

You will work with engineering, operations and vendors to define scope, budgets and timelines, ensuring compliance with GMPs and safety standards. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3+ years of CapEx project management in a food production environment, with strong communication skills and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical/manufacturing/chemical engineering or related combined experience/education.
• 3+ years of experience with CapEx projects, equipment/process design and food production environment a plus.
• Project management experience; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Identify, define, program manage and implement equipment/process/building/utility installations within the integrated supply chain.
• Plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate the technical and management aspects of projects, including contractors/equipment manufacturers/internal support.
• Recognize technical problems early and initiate corrective action.
• Maintain regular contact with project clients and site teams.
• Assist in engineering proposals and cost-saving opportunities.
• Travel approximately 10%.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical/manufacturing/chemical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC knowledge

USDA regulations

Job description

Michael Foods, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Project Engineer/Manager to plan, schedule and coordinate capital projects across our egg and food processing facilities.

You will work with engineering, operations and vendors to define scope, budgets and timelines, ensuring compliance with GMPs and safety standards. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3+ years of CapEx project management in a food production environment, with strong communication skills and