Project Engineer

Job DetailsJob Location: Greg St - Sparks, NV 89431Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayJob Category: EngineeringJob Summary:

Responsible for designing industrial systems and production equipment in support of capital and continuous improvement projects from concept through implementation for our spice processing and packaging operations. The engineer will work closely with operations, maintenance, vendors, and leadership to develop practical engineering solutions that improve production efficiency, reliability, safety, and product quality.

 

Essential Duties:

 


Design equipment modifications, custom machinery, and plant improvements
Develop equipment specifications and technical requirements
Manage and coordinate with equipment vendors, fabricators, and contractors
Review vendor drawings and technical proposals
Participate in equipment commissioning and startup
Develop and maintain CADD models, assemblies, and fabrication drawings



Support design of systems including, but not limited to:


Milling and mixing equipment
Sterilization equipment
Conveyance systems
Packaging equipment (form-fill-seal, carton erectors, case packing)
Material handling systems
Process piping and utility systems


Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment failures
Maintain engineering drawings, documentation, and revision control
Develop equipment standards and best practices for plant engineering
Support regulatory and food safety requirements in design (OSHA, FDA, EPA)
Enforce and comply with all of Elite Spice’s policies, procedures, general safety laws and regulations, food safety guidelines, and Good Manufacturing Practices

QualificationsQualifications:


Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial preferred)
Ability to read, interpret, and create engineering drawings
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and fabrication methods
Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and vendors
Familiarity with sanitary equipment design and process hazard analysis principles
Experience in food processing, packaging, or industrial manufacturing preferred
Experience in capital and plant operations/maintenance project management preferred
Experience supporting equipment installation and commissioning preferred