Strategic Project Engineering Lead

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineering Manager in Omaha to lead large-scale engineering projects in the pork and packaged meat industry.

You will oversee design, development, and implementation, manage a team of engineers, and drive on-time, within-budget project delivery. You'll apply engineering principles to operational challenges, review proposals, coordinate with vendors, and mentor staff while traveling up to 50% to support multi-location initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience including team development and management.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to operational and design issues.
• Knowledge of project scheduling for installation and construction.
• PM and contract administration skills; interpretation of national codes.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and oral communication; strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering solutions, produce material specs, and estimate project costs.
• Plan layouts with vendors/contractors and maintain documentation.
• Prepare and evaluate proposals and provide regular status reports.
• Review bids and manage contract administration and project documents.
• Lead and develop engineering staff to drive project success.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Project management

Engineering principles

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineering Manager in Omaha to lead large-scale engineering projects in the pork and packaged meat industry.

You will oversee design, development, and implementation, manage a team of engineers, and drive on-time, within-budget project delivery. You'll apply engineering principles to operational challenges, review proposals, coordinate with vendors, and mentor staff while traveling up to 50% to support multi-location initiatives.