TN M&E Associate - 1st Shift

Sfdbrands; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Health Insurance

Education benefit

Tuition assistance

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support the Maintenance and Engineering Department in diagnosing equipment issues and designing preventive solutions. You will schedule maintenance, read engineering drawings, and implement improvements to ensure safe, efficient production.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 1+ years in industrial maintenance, and travel up to 15–25%. Excellent communication and proficiency with Office tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field
• 1+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience
• Ability to read blueprints and manuals
• Professional and time-management skills; able to work from remote locations
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Willingness to travel up to 15–25% and occasional overnight travel
• US work authorization (sponsorship available if needed)

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment breakdowns and design preventive maintenance solutions.
• Schedule and coordinate maintenance and safety procedures; procure materials.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Evaluate designs for new or changed tools against specifications.
• Identify mechanical problems and propose changes to improve production.
• Inspect machinery and ensure production lines are in good order.
• Provide technical support to Production and Quality teams.
• Follow GMPs, Safety Practices, ISO 14001 procedures.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet.

With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values – gratitude, communication, respect and accountability – and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:

• Competitive Starting Pay - $39.23-$44.10/hr
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.
• Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees' children.
• Relocation Package Available Yes

Core Responsibilities

• Use knowledge of mechanical engineering principals to support the Maintenance and Engineering Department diagnosing equipment breakdowns and assist in selecting appropriate methods for repairs and designing preventive engineering solutions in those areas as needed.
• Schedule and/or coordinate the maintenance or safety procedures, equipment service, or supply of materials required to maintain machines or equipment in the optimum condition.
• Read and interpret, engineering design drawings, blueprints, piping sketches, schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Evaluate deign drawings for new or change tools by measuring dimensions on the drawings and comparing them with original specifications.
• Identify, evaluate, diagnose mechanical problems to determine corrective action needed, reporting conclusions to Maintenance Manager; propose changes to equipment to improve production efficiency, ensure machines run safely, and prevent future interruptions.
• Analyze engineering drawings, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
• Set up and conduct tests of complete units and their components and record results.
• Compare results with design specifications and with test objectives and make recommendations for changes in products or test methods.
• Install heat units, power units, cogeneration equipment, or trigeneration equipment that reduces energy use or pollution.
• Plan, produce, and assemble new or changed mechanical parts for products, such as industrial machinery, equipment, and units.
• In resolving mechanical and electrical issues, use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Effectively communicate complex mechanical and electrical issues to Maintenance Manager and peers.
• Establish and maintain effective and professional interaction with other departments as well.
• Ensure all assign daily PM’s are completed.
• Analyze problems and develop and implement solutions using mechanical, electrical, and software designs, equipment, and processes for maintenance systems, processes and documentation associated with efficient and High Performing Manufacturing Organizations (Prevention and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, SOP’s, Safety, etc.).
• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment Ensure production lines are in good mechanical order.
• Provides aid and technical support to other teams (Production, Quality- when needed).
• Always follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Safety Practices.
• Follow all ISO 14001 procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college/university, in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, or related field, required.
• 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents, such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals.
• Must possess a high level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to self-manage his/her time from remote locations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Travel up to 15-25% of time.
• Periodic overnight travel required.
• Currently authorized to work in the U.S. (Sponsorship available if needed).
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift, scissor lift and/or other power industrial truck (PIT).
• May be required to work long hours and weekends.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. Good food. Responsibly.® is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.