Hybrid Project Engineer bei Wayne Farms

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the planning, design, budgeting, and execution of capital projects within the engineering department. The role involves coordinating with internal teams and external contractors to ensure that projects are completed on time, within scope, and under budget while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. This position supports the development and implementation of efficient and cost-effective project solutions

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and executing multiple capital projects throughout the facility
• Help develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and technical documentation
• Learn to navigate and ensure compliance with USDA, SQF, and other industry regulations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to keep projects on track
• Monitor project milestones and support tracking performance and resource use
• Support site safety and quality standards while helping oversee contractor work
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and reduce costs
• Build communication skills through reporting and presenting project updates to leadership
• Perform other related duties as directed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractors and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Equivalent experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.

Experience

• At least 1 year of experience, which may include internships, co-ops, or early professional roles

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in an office environment.  Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting or standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Wayne-Sanderson does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.