fairlife, LLC · 3 hours ago
Engineering Project Manager
Coopersville, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expfairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers. The Engineering Project Manager supports the execution of capital and commercialization projects within the processing work stream, providing technical expertise in equipment design, installation, and commissioning while ensuring compliance with performance and safety standards.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Technical Project Support Assist in scope development, including technical feasibility assessments and identification of potential gaps
Provide engineering input for budget, schedule, and risk analysis
Support equipment delivery coordination, installation, commissioning, and startup activities
Participate in factory acceptance testing, punch list development, and project closeout
Engineering & Documentation Ensure processing equipment meets fairlife's technical specifications and sanitary design standards
Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including P&IDs, equipment specifications, and turnover packages
Contribute to the creation of standardized technical databases for future project reference
Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to support project transitions and commercialization efforts
Coordinate with EHS and Quality teams to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations
Support integration of PLCs, HMIs, and automated systems related to processing equipment
Continuous Improvement & Communication Implement plant fit-out elements such as signage, workstations, lab equipment, and safety barriers
Provide regular technical updates to project stakeholders and maintain project tracking tools
Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure successful project execution and operational readiness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical Engineering preferred)
3–5+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing; dairy, food and beverage, or liquid processing preferred
Strong understanding of aseptic and sanitary design standards
Proficient in reading and interpreting P&IDs
Familiarity with utility systems (steam, boiler, glycol chillers, tower water, RO systems, electrical)
Experience supporting capital and commercial projects in a technical capacity
Knowledge of FDA and PMO regulations related to processing equipment and facilities
Strong collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams
Proficient in SharePoint, MS Office Suite, and AutoCAD
Self-starter with a proactive mindset and attention to detail
Preferred
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles is a plus
Benefits
A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position
Company
fairlife, LLC
fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tim Doelman
Chief Executive Officer
Eileen Thanner
Chief Operating Officer
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