Project Engineer(Foods) this position is in GA.,VA & TX.

This position will be responsible for project development, design, application, management and implementation of capital projects.  Projects will cover a diverse range both in scope and area depending on specific engineering discipline (Packaging, Process, Mechanical, Electrical or Civil). Position is required to make decisions concerning plant layouts, equipment selections, project schedules and cost requirements. 

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Develop and manage capital projects including equipment and facility upgrades, new product manufacturing, capacity expansion, manufacturing re-deployment, food safety technologies and distribution expansion. (50-75% of work time) Develops project concepts into quantitative and qualitative proposals consisting of preliminary equipment specifications and layouts, utility services, control schematics, manpower requirements and viable alternatives. Estimates and/or acquires detail costs associated with project completion and start-up.  Estimates and/or acquires savings attributed to project completion and operation. Prepares project proposals consisting of general description, available options, justification and estimated completion date. Develops detail specifications and layouts for equipment and facilities.  Designs mechanical systems including piping, valving and controls.  Designs electrical systems including power distribution, control wiring, computer applications and programs and emergency controls.  Designs systems integration assuring required communications and interfacing of inter-related areas.  Coordinates design work on portions of projects assigned to other engineers and/or outside engineering firms. Obtains proposals for specified equipment and mechanical, electrical and installation work.  Issues purchase orders and/or signs contracts for prescribed equipment and work. Coordinates and directs installation of equipment and services with equipment suppliers, service contractors, production and maintenance personnel. Performs and/or schedules equipment and systems check-out and start-up.  Ensures any required changes are performed and properly noted. Performs and/or provides training for supervision, production and maintenance personnel on proper operating procedures, safety considerations and devices and preventive maintenance requirements. Provides all available documentation including equipment manuals, mechanical and electrical drawings, parts lists and specifications and vendor/service numbers.  Provides maintenance assistance when required due to complexity of equipment or request from maintenance personnel. Maintains project budgets, approves payments and authorizes charges.  Assigns, directs and review work for drafting and technical personnel.  Prepares monthly report on status of projects and estimated completion dates. Maintains project information files and equipment/service supplier files and assists in providing computer/controller software and systems documentation configurations Prepares regular reports on status of projects and estimated completion dates. Provides engineering support for all process, manufacturing, packaging, distribution, utilities, and maintenance functions and groups as needed to improve/enhance operations and efficiencies. 
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical) or other related field. Minimum of 3-5 years work experience in food processing industry. Experience with mechanical systems, electrical systems, instrumentation & controls, refrigeration, construction, and packaging.  Basic personnel computer skills including Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, Project, Power Point, and AutoCAD.  SAP familiarity preferred.  Knowledgeable in Lean manufacturing initiatives, and use of Lean tools. Good written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently, and must be results oriented. Good interpersonal skills with attention to detail.

 An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer