Sr. Project Engineer - Cooked​/Prepared Foods

Sr. Project Engineer - Fully Cooked/Prepared Foods

At Pilgrim’s, safety is the highest priority for all team members. The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of complex engineering projects across our processing plants. Working closely with cross‑functional teams—including Engineering, Plant Operations, Maintenance, and external contractors—this role manages all phases of the project lifecycle from concept and design through installation, commissioning and hand‑off, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope and on budget.

• Creation of capital budgeted projects and expenditures for the poultry processing plants
• Serve as Project Lead on projects, developing timelines, coordinating support, and 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 for work, 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.
• Experience:
  
  Three to five years of previous experience required.
• Skills:
  
  Proficient in Microsoft Office; above average AutoCAD skills. Strong communication, project management, analytical, and leadership 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.

• Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Base salary range of $140,000 +/- based on experience.
• Discretionary Bonus:
  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; and
• Better Futures

EOE, including disability/vets