Junior Project Engineer – Brookings, SD

Our client is not just a company—they are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands, their snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

Full-time;
On-site

• Work as part of construction project team to ensure that project plans are being follow as directed by the Senior responsible Engineer.
• Participate in daily safety briefings
• Participate in daily / weekly / monthly project timeline updates
• Assist Senior Engineer in checking work completed against drawings.
• Fill in / assist the Senior Engineer as needed to ensure project completion and success
• Be out and about on construction site daily.
• Interact with General Contractor, and Sub. Contractors crews on a daily basis to achieve success and a safe work environment for all.
• Special projects as needed or defined by the Senior Engineer.
• Organize follow-up meetings and prepare minutes, prepare progress reports and dashboard
• Monitor progress on-site and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Follow up with stakeholders to meet deadlines.
• Track and performance indicators.
• Manage project documentation and archives.
• Contribute to equipment commissioning and installation validation.
• Safely analyze and design project improvement opportunities which align with the company’s values.
• Project ownership including, pre-project planning, quantifying and presenting project options.
• Participate in design of installations and project supervision including written proposals, managing execution, cost and deadlines.
• Manage the execution of projects while holding contractors accountable. Not only to the scope of the project, but to the policies/procedures set forth by the plant.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices as stated within the policy.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures by working safely and ensuring safety of others. Follow all food safety procedures.
• Follow all environmental protocols as applicable to job to prevent pollution to air, land, or water. Follows all sanitation procedures and work instructions.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Project Manager.

• Bachelors degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering preferred. Gpa +3.0
• Desire to work in Food Industry with ability to be take position in Bel factory after construction project is completed.
• At least 5 years managing projects highly encouraged
• 2 to 3 years of working history Previous experience in site construction supervision or industrial coordination is a plus.
• Knowledge of budgeting process through the use of MS Excel strongly preferred
• Strong MS computer skills usage is strongly preferred
• Understanding of how to read drawings
• Ability to read tape measure or other measurement devices
• Knowledge of the following programs is a huge plus:
  • Microsoft Project
  • AutoCAD
  • SAP
  • PLC knowledge and programming ladder logic

This position offers a competitive base salary plus bonus.