Senior Project Engineering Manager, Food Processing

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale, complex technical projects in the pork and packaged meat industry. You will oversee design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions, guiding a team of engineers and coordinating with vendors and plant personnel.

The role emphasizes cost estimates, feasibility studies, and risk management, with 50% travel. Strong leadership and PM skills, plus expertise in AutoCAD and MS Office, are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 2+ years' experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.
• Must possess Project Management skills; Contract Administration skills; National codes and standards interpretation skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations. (50% of the time).

Responsibilities

• Design Work: Develop engineering designs, material specs, and project cost estimates. Conduct feasibility studies and economic analyses to support designs. 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.
• Design Implementation: Plan layouts with vendors and contractors; review consultant work; maintain documentation (manuals, drawings, specs, etc.) and vendor contacts.
• Reports and Proposals: Conduct planning and reviews during pre-project phases. Define scope of work, prepare and evaluate proposals. Submit regular reports to management on project status.
• Bid Review and Project Preparation: Manage contract administration and review bid packages. Prepare project documents (budget analyses, plans, schedules, etc.) and monitor installations to ensure they meet specifications and stay within budget.
• People Management: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Analytical reasoning

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale, complex technical projects in the pork and packaged meat industry. You will oversee design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions, guiding a team of engineers and coordinating with vendors and plant personnel.

The role emphasizes cost estimates, feasibility studies, and risk management, with 50% travel. Strong leadership and PM skills, plus expertise in AutoCAD and MS Office, are essential.