Sr Manufacturing Project Engineer

Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

We are hiring a Sr Project Engineer where you'll lead the planning and execution of high-impact capital projects that drive growth and efficiency. In this role, you’ll take projects from concept to commissioning—managing vendors, timelines, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end capital projects, including scope, design, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
• Develop capital requests with cash-flow forecasting and project justification.
• Oversee equipment selection, factory layout, vendor coordination, and bid processes to ensure cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure alignment and communication with cross-functional stakeholders across Global Supply Chain (GSC).
• Execute all phases of project delivery: design (e.g., FMEA, safety, sanitary), implementation (FAT/SAT), and startup (CQV, VSU).
• Support major corporate engineering initiatives and provide technical expertise to plant operations.
• Drive continuous improvement and technology upgrades by staying current with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Operations to support trials, new product launches, and loss elimination initiatives. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (ABET accredited program preferred).
• Minimum 7+ year with successful project management leadership on multi-unit operation projects.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in CAD and engineering drawing practices.
• Solid understanding of design, construction, and installation standards.
• Advanced knowledge of processing, packaging, and facility systems in a food manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with EHS standards and regulatory compliance (USDA, FDA, OSHA, EPA, state/local).
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels.
• Skilled in training and coordinating with maintenance, production teams, and external vendors.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles preferred. 

Compensation and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $90,750 to $151,250 annually with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (ABET accredited programpreferred).

Years of Related Experience: 7+ year with successful project management leadership on multi-unit operation projects

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Strong problem-solving, decision making, and trouble-shooting skills; Stronginterpersonal and communicatio