LEAD ENGINEER

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Lead Construction Engineer is responsible for oversight of various projects and working with the engineering staff for multiple business units.  Working closely with operations management, the Lead Engineer may guide the project engineers to complete projects according to established schedules and budgets.  This project management will include greenfield construction

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and communicate project budgets and schedules
• Develop regular schedules for communication with the management team regarding project status
• Work with contractors to develop schedules to meet business needs
• Communicate business needs with management and develop priorities
• Train and develop engineers
• Be able to successfully manage projects and budgets

EXPECTATIONS – all Team Members

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams
• Participate in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies
• Recognize and act on incidents and safety risks.  Consistently practice, and enforce safe work habits and drive those habits throughout the organization
• Develop engineering skills within the team

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred with 10+ years experience in industry specific role relative to project engineering and greenfield construction in the poultry industry
• Above average AutoCAD skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Must have excellent project management skills
• Must demonstrate strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively work with others to identify and capitalize on opportunities that result in successful implementation of changes for the benefit of the business

Why Work for Pilgrim’s? 

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment; 
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays; 
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;  
• Base Salary range of $148, 818 – $180,813.60 +/- based on experience
• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs; 
• Better Futures 

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.  

About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe. 

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.  

Our core values are:  Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity  

EOE, including disability/vets

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