Location:
Nashville, TN |
Schedule:
Full-time, on-site with travel |
Compensation:
$125K -155K plus bonus
Overview
An established company in the food processing industry is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead large-scale, complex technical projects.
This role offers the chance to direct a team of engineers, oversee innovative engineering solutions, and work independently on most tasks while collaborating with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project outcomes.
What you'll do
Develop engineering designs, material specifications, and project cost estimates
Conduct feasibility studies and economic analyses to support design decisions
Ensure designs meet required standards and codes; validate field work and create as-built drawings
Review engineering submissions for accuracy and completeness
Manage project execution by directing vendors and contractors
Coordinate project schedules with plant personnel, vendors, and contractors
Collaborate with management and engineering teams to implement plans
Partner with vendors and contractors to plan layouts and meet utility requirements
Review consultant work and recommend adjustments
Maintain documentation such as manuals, drawings, specifications, and vendor contacts
Conduct planning and reviews during pre-project phases
Define scope of work and prepare and evaluate proposals
Submit regular status reports to management
Manage contract administration and review bid packages
Prepare project documents including budget analyses, plans, and schedules




Monitor installations to ensure they meet specifications and stay within budget
Required qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or a related field, plus 5+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
2+ years of experience in a leadership role including team development and management
Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues
Knowledge of installation and construction project scheduling
Project Management skills, Contract Administration skills, and the ability to interpret national codes and standards
Proficient in AutoCAD
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability
Ability to travel to other locations 50% of the time
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Proficient in engineering economics
Preferred qualifications
Previous experience managing multi-million-dollar projects with large scopes, desirable
Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry, preferred
Compensation and benefits
$125K -155K plus bonus
Why this role
This position offers the opportunity to lead complex, large-scale engineering projects and manage a team, with the autonomy to work independently while tackling meaningful technical challenges in the food industry.
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