Senior Project Engineering Manager - Food Processing

Markent Personnel; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Markent Personnel seeks a Project Engineering Manager in Omaha, NE to lead and execute large-scale, technically complex projects in the food sector. You will manage a team of engineers, oversee design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions, and coordinate with vendors and contractors to meet schedules and budgets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 5+ years of experience, at least 2 years in leadership, strong AutoCAD and MS Office skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years in a leadership role including team development and management.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
• Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling.
• Project Management and Contract Administration skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and oral communication, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs, material specs, and project cost estimates.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic analysis to support designs.
• Ensure designs meet required standards and codes; validate field work and create as-built drawings.
• Review engineering submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Direct vendors and contractors to manage project execution.
• Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors.
• Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans.
• Plan layouts with vendors and contractors to meet utility requirements.
• Review consultant work; maintain documentation and vendor contacts.
• Conduct planning and reviews during pre-project phases.
• Define scope of work, prepare and evaluate proposals.
• Submit regular reports to management on project status.
• Manage contract administration and review bid packages.
• Prepare project documents and monitor installations to stay within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Engineering economics

Problem solving

Food processing

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Markent Personnel seeks a Project Engineering Manager in Omaha, NE to lead and execute large-scale, technically complex projects in the food sector. You will manage a team of engineers, oversee design, development, and implementation of innovative solutions, and coordinate with vendors and contractors to meet schedules and budgets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 5+ years of experience, at least 2 years in leadership, strong AutoCAD and MS Office skills, and the ability to