Sr. Project Engineer - Fully Cooked/Prepared Foods

Sr. Project Engineer - Fully Cooked/Prepared Foods in Moorefield, WV, United States

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Sr. Project Engineer - Fully Cooked/Prepared Foods

Location: Moorefield, WV, United States

Date Posted: Apr 28, 2026

Category: Engineering

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Sr. Project Engineer - Fully Cooked/Prepared Foods

At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

The Senior Project Engineer plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and operational excellence across multiple processing plant projects. This position is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of complex engineering initiatives that enhance plant performance, efficiency, and safety. Working in close collaboration with cross-functional teams-including Engineering, Plant Operations, Maintenance, and external contractors-the Sr. Project Engineer ensures projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. This role involves managing all phases of the project lifecycle, from initial concept and design through installation, commissioning, and final handoff.

Responsibilities:

• Creation of capital budgeted projects and expenditures for the poultry processing plants
• Serve as Project Lead on projects, developing timelines, coordinating support, and tracking progress.
• Primary liaison between Contractors and plant personnel assisting in layouts, verification of existing and future utilities, assisting with weekend supervision of Contractors.
• Plan and attend safety meetings surrounding projects including acting in an enforcement role as needed.
• Coordinate appropriate utilities for work, involving relocation of existing utilities and installation of new utilities as needed.
• Maintain and improve our as-built drawings, drawing retention, and version control. Includes facilities, equipment, utilities, and property.
• Perform other projects/assignments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required;
• Experience: Three to five years of previous experience required;
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; above average AutoCAD skills. Strong communication, project management, analytical, and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with others to identify and capitalize on opportunities that result in successful implementation of changes for the benefit of the business.

Why Work for Pilgrim's?

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave;
• 401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $140,000 +/- based on experience;
• Discretionary Bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the Company's annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs; and
• Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrim's is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim's operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

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