Engineering Project Manger - Food & Beverage

Engineering Project Manager - Food & Beverage

This role provides expert technical assistance and support to the Food & Beverage Group, specifically in the areas of chemical handling, dilution, and safety. The individual will oversee all aspects of equipment and engineering-related issues for the Food Group.

Responsibilities

• Oversee start-up and commissioning activities for equipment installations, whether completed by internal employees or external installation partners.
• Monitor project performance against established goals and initiate corrective actions when performance is below expectations or issues arise.
• Ensure all documentation, including spare parts lists, drawings, and other technical documents, comply with contractual agreements, customer expectations, internal standards, and legal requirements.
• Conduct training for customer employees based on contractual agreements, ensuring proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Train internal colleagues (service and sales teams) to guarantee efficient maintenance and troubleshooting.

Essential Skills

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Food-related disciplines).
• Experience in the Food and Beverage Industry.
• Proven experience in technical project sales, including proposal creation, presentations, and closing deals.
• Familiarity with CAD software.
• Engineering project management experience, particularly within the food and beverage industry.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Project Engineer or Mechanical Engineer experience.
• Experience in manufacturing and installation.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.

Work Environment

The Lenexa office provides a good environment for those eager to learn about the business and climb the career ladder. The role involves being present in food production facilities, requiring comfort in such environments. The dress code is casual, with jeans acceptable both in the office and in the field. The position involves travel approximately 25% of the time, with the expectation to be away for 2-3 days a week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lenexa, Kansas. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Company has excellent benefits including health dental vision and 401k benefits. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa, KS. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2025.

About Actalent

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