Plant Project Engineer

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8. 

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s.   Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here… 

• This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to shape the future of one of Campbell’s largest and most innovative plants. As a Plant Project Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, driving capital projects that directly impact operations, safety, and product quality. 

• This is your opportunity to make history by delivering high-impact projects that improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability across a 1,400-person facility.

What you will do… 

Under the guidance of the Director of Electrical & Controls Specialty Engineering, you’ll lead medium-complexity engineering projects from concept through completion. You’ll work independently and collaboratively to design, develop, and execute capital projects that directly impact plant performance, safety, and sustainability.
 
A day in your life might include…

Project Leadership & Execution

• Plan, conduct, schedule, and oversee electrical engineering projects from concept through completion

• Execute design across all phases of engineering projects, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders

• Provide on-site support and project coordination to ensure successful implementation

Design & Technical Expertise

• Perform preliminary design and review final design packages

• Analyze and solve component and equipment design challenges

• Create conceptual sketches, drawings, and verbal instructions for team members

• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and Campbell’s design requirements

Quality & Standards

• Deliver high-quality workmanship and conduct quality assurance checks

• Establish and maintain Campbell Soup Company design standards

• Support engineering studies for new or improved products, processes, or technologies

Documentation & Procurement

• Prepare project authorization documents, schedules, cost controls, and RFPs

• Develop functional testing protocols, inspection plans, startup procedures, and training materials

• Create and manage Bills of Material, purchase requisitions, and archived documentation

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

• Review contractor and vendor activities to ensure compliance with plant and corporate standards

• Interface with plant personnel to align on project goals and execution

Capital Management & Innovation

• Support effective management of capital funds

• Encourage and apply new methodologies and stay current with technical innovations

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with internal and external engineers, designers, and A/E firms

• Interpret vendor drawings and schematics (Instrumentation, Process, Utility, Electrical)

• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure project success