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Engineer III - Project Engineer

Tyson Foods

Springdale, ARFull-timePosted 2 days agoStill listed today

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Compensation
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Location
Springdale, AR
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The Engineer III - Project Engineer develops and coordinates projects from concept through delivery, including estimates, layouts, schedules, specifications, and financial viability analysis. The role works with cross-functional teams at production facilities and corporate offices to meet throughput, quality, and functionality objectives. It also coordinates engineering design across processing equipment and utility systems, tracks project costs, and involves frequent travel of up to 75%.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

OSHA RegulationsEngineering DesignProject EstimationProject SchedulingProject Cost TrackingProcessing Equipment LayoutsPiping DiagramsElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringRefrigeration SystemsUtility SystemsSpreadsheetsDatabasesSAPProject Management SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeCADTwo-Dimensional DraftingThree-Dimensional DraftingVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation SkillsCivil EngineeringStructural EngineeringProcess EngineeringConsumer Products ManufacturingLeadershipConsultative SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizationProblem SolvingStrategic ThinkingResponsible AI UseAI Output Evaluation

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering or Equivalent Experience5+ Years Engineering ExperienceFood Industry ExperienceBeef/Pork Processing Experience

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Job Details: The job responsibilities for an Engineer III include conceptualizing new projects, preparation of project estimates, development of layouts, creation of project schedules, and collaboration with the business to understand the financial viability of potential projects. This position will collaborate through all project phases with cross-functional teams both at the production facilities and at the corporate level to include safety, operations, finance, FSQA, maintenance, engineering, and environmental services. Engineer III will generate specifications, coordinate, and make data-based decisions to achieve the project deliverables regarding production throughput, product quality/specification adherence, and functionality. A high degree of creativity, strategic thinking and problem solving with a mindset of continuous learning and improvement is expected. Additional duties and responsibilities include:

  • Familiarity with OSHA regulations as well as Tyson safety policies to ensure they are followed.
  • Provide engineering design and parameters for new projects and utility systems
  • Coordinate project design work including development and design for processing equipment layouts, piping diagrams, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration and other utility systems
  • Consult with financial personnel for spending analysis and project cost tracking/reporting
  • Interact and coordinate project activities with all levels of Operations and Engineering management

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: B.S. in Engineering or equivalent engineering experience
  • Experience: 5+ years’ applicable engineering experience in the food industry; Beef/Pork food processing experience preferred.
  • Computer Skills: Knowledge and use of computer programs, spreadsheets, databases, scheduling, SAP or project management software including Microsoft Office desired. CAD training/experience with two and three-dimension drafting software.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present difficult concepts in understandable terms to all levels of the organization.
  • Special Skills: Capable of working on multi-faceted projects of any magnitude under supervision; demonstrated ability to assist with complex projects on time and on budget while achieving company objectives; knowledge of a variety of mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and process engineering discipline concepts, practices, and procedures. Extensive knowledge of and experience with the business processes related to consumer products manufacturing; excellent leadership consultative and interpersonal skills; organized results-oriented focus.
  • Travel: Frequent travel is involved, up to 75%.

This position does not offer sponsorship benefits. All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes. Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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How this job compares

Set against the 5,273 open Project Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$96–145K/yr2,764 salary ranges
  • US median$36–47/hr282 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 31 open Project Engineer jobs in Arkansas and 5,273 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Arkansas
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Project Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (4,095 postings).
Education
3,239 of the 5,273 open Project Engineer jobs (61%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 31, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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