Project Engineer

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING: Are you a visionary, results-driven engineering professional who thrives in dynamic, high-energy environments? Do you excel at bringing fresh ideas to life and collaborating with key stakeholders to drive business growth? If so, we want you to join Smithfield Foods, one of the nation's top consumer packaged goods companies! As a member of our innovative Engineering team, you'll have the opportunity to transform the way we operate-analyzing data, crafting cutting-edge implementation plans, and driving production process optimization to make a tangible impact on our bottom line. Your focus will be on maximizing efficiencies and eliminating waste, directly reducing operating costs while helping to shape the future of our industry-leading brands, including Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan's Famous, and more. In this role, you'll apply your engineering expertise, leveraging the principles of science and mathematics to design and develop next-level technical solutions for the pork and packaged meat industry. Whether working as part of a project team or taking full ownership of a project section, you'll bring your innovative ideas to life and lead small teams to success. As you advance, you may even take full responsibility for managing small to medium-sized projects, helping us scale up while continuously improving processes to meet the evolving needs of our customers and consumers. If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, Smithfield Foods is the place for you to take your engineering career to the next level! WHAT YOU'LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Design Work You'lldevelop preliminary engineering designs and material specifications. Prepare project cost estimates and conduct research, feasibility studies, and economic analysis for designs. Determines design criteria based on required standards and codes. Performs field work and translates completed projects into as-built drawings. Reviews engineering projects submitted by plants for accuracy and compliance. Acts as project manager when needed. Collaborates with management and engineering staff to implement plans. Design Implementation Coordinates with equipment vendors to plan layouts and ensure installation schedules are met. Reviews consultants' work and recommends necessary adjustments. Reports and Proposals Conducts engineering planning, design, and operational studies during pre-project phases. Defines the scope of work and prepares, evaluates proposals. Submits weekly status reports to management on schedule. Review of Bids and Project Preparation Assists with contract administration and reviews bid packages. Prepares project documents such as justifi