job summary:
A leading food manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to drive innovation, operational excellence, and facility modernization across multiple processing plants. This role manages the entire lifecycle of complex capital projects-from conceptual design through installation and final commissioning-including equipment upgrades, facility expansions, and MEP enhancements. The Senior Project Engineer leads cross-functional teams and external contractors to ensure all initiatives are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering with 3+ years of project leadership experience in a food production facility, or 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree. Prior experience in protein, poultry, or ready-to-eat (RTE) manufacturing environments is required, along with proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. Candidates must be willing to travel regionally to support plant initiatives.
location: Waco, Texas job type: Permanent salary: $115,000 - 135,000 per year work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
· Lead capital machine investments and plant engineering projects from design to commissioning to expand capacity, reduce operating costs, and improve site operability
· Define project specifications, scopes, budgets, schedules, and deliverables by conducting technical studies and assessing production demands
· Partner with external vendors and contractors, managing bidding processes, negotiating contracts, and directing on-site project activities
· Coordinate utility infrastructure improvements, including MEP enhancements, utility relocations, and new equipment integrations
· Enforce rigorous job-site safety standards, lead contractor safety briefings, and ensure full compliance with plant safety protocols
· Maintain and update engineering records, as-built documentation, facility layouts, and version control across plant assets
qualifications:
Food, Ready to eat, Poultry
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.