Project Engineer at Brightfarms Inc

BrightFarms is The Place to Grow! At BrightFarms were on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown. But we dont just want to grow great tasting greens we want them to do good as well: for the planet for the health of people and for the well-being of our employees. We give BrightFarmers the tools training support and opportunities they need to do better for themselves and the world every day. Because when you do good for your people they do good for the world.BrightFarms is a national leader in the booming indoor farming industry transforming how produce is grown and delivered with its expanding network of five high-tech sustainable hydroponic farms. From seed to leaf we grow lettuce smarter with less space no pesticides and protected inside so its better for the planet and way better for humans. BrightFarms fresh lettuce options from classic greens to crunchy mixes and salad kits are available in more than 4500 retail stores across the East Coast Midwest and South.Our Lorena Texas farm is the largest and most advanced greenhouse in the state delivering fresh locally grown leafy greens to Texans year-round. Spanning nearly 480000 square feet this facility will produce approximately 6 million pounds of leafy greens annually.Specifically you will:Manage multiple concurrent onsite engineering projects ensuring successful delivery of each projects objectives in collaboration with site leadership and operations teamsWork hands-on with the greenhouse teams to identify prioritize and execute improvement opportunities through all project phases from development and design/engineering to implementation and operational handoffPartner closely with site leadership to develop negotiate and manage engineering and construction contracts clearly defining scope schedule and cost management requirementsCollaborate cross-functionally with onsite teams and corporate teams; including Finance Maintenance Health/Safety/Environment Food Safety and Quality Manufacturing and Engineering to ensure equipment and engineered solutions are fit for purpose and aligned with operational needsOversee and manage project budgets across multiple initiatives using disciplined project control methods including building detailed cost estimates and tracking financial performanceDevelop and manage project schedules that align with active onsite operations and production demands ensuring minimal disruption and safe executionPresent project plans progress updates and results to site leadership corporate stakeholders and project sponsorsReview and approve onsite engineering designs and modifications ensuring that all enhancements meet performance safety and reliability standardsLead and hold vendors and contractors accountable onsite for safety quality schedule adherence and performanceBuild and direct a cross-functional onsite project team including vendors contractors and engineers to drive collaboration and alignment on project goalsEnsure smooth equipment and process handover to operations supporting commissioning training and startup activitiesAdminister all purchasing and procurement processes onsite including bid documentation contractor selection purchase order management and cost trackingIdentify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project quality reliability cost-effectiveness and alignment with the companys strategic goalsContribute to the development of site engineering standards including construction methods materials and standardized equipment or process designsThe ideal candidate:Mech/Chem/Industrial engineering degree3-5 years practical hands on experience supporting a 24/7 operation on site in a food manufacturing manufacturing or Ag facilityDemonstrated success with directly managing multiple simultaneous projects and vendors to execute and complete small-mid size Capital projectsThis position is a full-time role-on site at our GA IL or TX location. The candidate selected must live within a daily commutable distance or relocate to a daily commutable distanceMust be available and present onsite for 24/7 support including overnight shifts and weekendsMust be able to travel to other sites as neededBrightFarms is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individuals age race color religion or creed national origin or ancestry sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender gender identity physical or mental disability veteran status genetic information ethnicity citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. Key Skills Primavera,Microstation,Bluebeam,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,ProCore,Mechanical Engineering,Project Engineering,Project Management,Autocad,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1