Project Engineer (Continuous Opening)

Locations: Hatfield, PA | Coldwater, MI | Tyrone, PA
Relocation Assistance Available

What You'll Do

As a Project Engineer at Clemens Food Group, you'll lead capital projects that improve safety, reliability, efficiency, and operational performance across our manufacturing facilities. You'll manage investments ranging from equipment upgrades and production line improvements to larger manufacturing initiatives that directly impact business performance. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, FSQA, Safety, Procurement, and external partners, you'll manage projects from concept through startup while driving continuous improvement and supporting long-term business growth.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy taking ownership, building strong cross-functional relationships, and delivering projects that have a lasting impact on manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Project Leadership

• Lead capital projects from concept through design, execution, commissioning, and startup.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, risk assessments, and resource plans.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Manage equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with engineering standards and company procedures.

Engineering & Technical Excellence

• Develop production layouts, equipment specifications, and engineering designs using CAD and other engineering tools.
• Translate operational challenges into practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment, technologies, and process improvements that enhance manufacturing capability.
• Develop technical documentation, project specifications, and engineering standards to support long-term operational success.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve safety, productivity, reliability, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Troubleshoot technical and operational issues while implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Support equipment upgrades, process optimization, automation initiatives, and modernization efforts.
• Leverage data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, FSQA, Procurement, and external vendors to successfully execute projects.
• Communicate project updates, technical information, risks, and timelines to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Support commercialization initiatives and new product implementation.
• Build strong relationships across departments to ensure successful project execution and long-term operational performance.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another related engineering discipline.
• Approximately 5-10 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated success leading capital projects valued at $500,000 or more from concept through startup, including ownership of project scope, budgets, schedules, vendor coordination, and execution.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing priorities, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable engineering solutions.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of CAD software, engineering design principles, and project management best practices.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and translate technical concepts into actionable plans.
• Experience in food manufacturing or other regulated industries (USDA, FDA, pharmaceutical, or similar) is preferred but not required.

Why Express Interest Now?

This is a continuous opening designed to build our engineering talent pipeline.

As Clemens Food Group continues to grow, we regularly hire experienced Project Engineers across multiple manufacturing facilities. By expressing your interest now, you'll be among the first considered as opportunities become available that align with your background, experience, and preferred location.

What Happens After You Apply?

Here's what you can expect if your background aligns with our current or future hiring needs:

• Recruiter Conversation: A recruiter will connect with you to learn more about your engineering background, project experience, career goals, and preferred location.
• Hiring Manager Interview: Qualified candidates will participate in a virtual interview focused on project leadership, engineering expertise, and technical problem-solving.
• Pipeline Confirmation: Candidates who successfully complete the initial interview process will remain in our active Project Engineer talent pipeline.
• Future Opportunity: When a Project Engineer opening becomes available that matches your background, we'll reconnect to complete the remaining interview process, including assessments and onsite interviews as applicable.

Travel Requirements

Travel up to 15-25% may be required to support project implementation, vendor visits, and collaboration across Clemens Food Group facilities.

Agency Statement

Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.