Project Engineer - Cooked​/Prepared Foods Division

Description Position at Pilgrim's

Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer – Fully Cooked/Prepared Foods Division

The Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for oversight of various projects at Processing Plants. Working closely with Engineering, Plant personnel and Contractors, the Project Engineer will guide the projects to completion according to established schedules and budgets.

• Creation of capital budgeted projects and expenditures for the plant
• Serve as Project Lead on projects, developing time lines, coordinating support, tracking progress.
• Primary liaison between Contractors and plant personnel assisting in layouts, verification of existing and future utilities, assisting with weekend supervision of Contractors.
• Plan and attend safety meetings surrounding projects including acting in an enforcement role as needed.
• Coordinate appropriate utilities works, involving relocation of existing utilities and installation of new utilities as needed.
• Maintain and Improve our as-built drawings, drawing retention, and version control. Includes facilities, equipment, utilities, and property.
• Perform other projects/assignments as needed.

• Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
• Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies such as Six Sigma, and participates in or supports the E$P program
• Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks. Consistently practices, and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.
• Three to five years of previous experience required.
• Above average AutoCAD skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Very good project management skills.
• Very good analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with others to identify and capitalize on opportunities that result in successful implementation of changes for the benefit of the business.
• To perform this job successfully, applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Benefits:
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays.
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Base Salary range of $132,000 +/- based on experience.
• Incentive Pay:
  This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program.
• Career Development:
  Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us:

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our mission:
To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our…