<p>The Senior Project Engineer at our Conway, Arkansas RTD (Ready-to-Drink) facility will lead and execute complex capital and mechanical engineering projects from concept through implementation. This role combines deep technical knowledge with strong project management capabilities to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that support manufacturing excellence. The ideal candidate will manage multiple concurrent projects, collaborate across departments, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.</p> <p>Job Duties:</p> <p>Project Management & Execution</p> <ul> <li>Lead full lifecycle of capital and mechanical engineering projects: scope, budget, schedule, procurement, installation, and commissioning. </li><li>Conduct site audits and facility surveys to document existing conditions and develop as-built, conceptual, and construction drawings. </li><li>Develop and manage detailed project schedules and budgets, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery. </li><li>Prepare RFQ/RFP packages, evaluate vendor and contractor bids, and coordinate selection and onboarding. </li><li>Oversee on-site construction, installation, and start-up activities, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. </li></ul> <p>Technical Engineering & Design</p> <ul> <li>Design and perform calculations for mechanical systems including ammonia refrigeration, glycol, CO2, nitrogen, steam, compressed air, and water treatment. </li><li>Lead development and continuous improvement of system design standards and engineering documentation. </li><li>Provide technical troubleshooting and support to production, maintenance, and operations teams. </li><li>Offer engineering consultation based on sound mechanical and process engineering principles. </li></ul> <p>Cross-Functional Collaboration</p> <ul> <li>Work closely with R&D, Quality, Operations, and Finance to align engineering projects with business goals. </li><li>Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders, customers, vendors, and contractors. </li><li>Support annual capital planning and contribute to long-term strategic engineering initiatives. </li></ul> <p>Leadership & Training</p> <ul> <li>Mentor and train junior engineers. </li><li>Develop and implement training programs, engineering standards, and best practices. </li><li>Assist in maintaining and improving company-wide engineering procedures and documentation systems </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. </li><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in mechanical or project engineering within a manufacturing or high-speed packaging environment. </li><li>Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects in a continuous manufacturing setting. </li><li>Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite. </li><li>Strong understanding of mechanical systems, utilities, and equipment sizing. </li><li>Familiarity with food manufacturing regulatory requirements (GMPs, OSHA, EPA). </li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. </li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in cross-functional teams. </li><li>May supervise junior engineers and coordinate on-site contractor and vendor activities. </li><li>Ensure engineering deliverables meet internal standards and client expectations. </li></ul> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled</p>