Senior Project Engineering Manager - Food Manufacturing

Thomas Talent Network, LLC; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Thomas Talent Network, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Engineering Manager for a confidential food manufacturing client in Ashland, KY. The role leads capital and engineering projects, manages budgets, and coordinates cross-functional teams to ensure safe, efficient project delivery.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in engineering with 2+ years in leadership, and travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years engineering experience and 2+ years leadership.
• Strong project management and contract administration skills.
• AutoCAD and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling and engineering codes.
• Multi-million-dollar project experience preferred.
• Food processing or meat industry experience is an asset.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale engineering and capital projects from concept through completion.
• Develop engineering designs, specifications, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate plant personnel, contractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and compliance with standards.
• Prepare as-built drawings and review field work.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Contract administration

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thomas Talent Network, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Engineering Manager for a confidential food manufacturing client in Ashland, KY. The role leads capital and engineering projects, manages budgets, and coordinates cross-functional teams to ensure safe, efficient project delivery.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in engineering with 2+ years in leadership, and travel up to 50%.