Project Leader Engineering
Core
Oversee engineering projects from conception to completion in food, pharmaceutical, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing, managing safety, scope, cost, and schedule for cross-functional teams.
Role type
Senior project leader (engineering)
Builds
Capital projects and manufacturing infrastructure
Domain
Food manufacturing / Pharmaceutical manufacturing / Consumer packaged goods
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Project management, cost estimating, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, cross-functional team leadership, technical understanding of manufacturing processes, compliance with industry regulations
Preferred skills
Experience with equipment vendors and construction contractors, continuous improvement, innovation
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead and manage engineering projects ensuring alignment on objectives and deliverables; Develop detailed project plans including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies; Coordinate with manufacturing, quality assurance, and other cross-functional partners; Provide technical guidance and leadership throughout project lifecycles; Partner with equipment vendors, construction contractors, and engineering service providers; Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement corrective actions; Communicate project status, milestones, budget updates, and key decisions to stakeholders; Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, USDA regulations, FDA regulations, and company requirements; Drive continuous improvement and innovation across engineering projects and project teams; Manage multiple projects simultaneously across multiple manufacturing locations; Support capital projects with values exceeding one million dollars from planning through implementation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
