Tyson Foods · 13 hours ago
Engineer III - Utility Projects - Zeeland, MI
Zeeland Plant - Zeeland, Michigan
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelTyson Foods is a leading food company that is seeking an Engineer III for their Zeeland Plant. This role involves managing capital investment projects related to utility-based systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and collaborating with various departments to ensure project success.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMarketingMeat and Poultry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage facility and utility capital investment projects
Identify all aspects of the project that needed to be included to complete scope of work
Identify and document project justification for financial approval
Develop and provide detailed scope of work to contractors for competitive quoting
Obtain detailed contractor quotes including all necessary and unforeseen costs associated with the project installation and start-up
Provide all financial and design documentation to corporate financial and Asset Management team for approval
Manage purchasing documentation, invoicing, and required spare parts
Provide final approval for equipment and project layout drawings
Develop project schedules and coordinate installation with vendors, contractors, and operations
Complete a safe, timely, and on-budget project with proper equipment start-up and employee training
Complete all final details of the project including Asset Set up, Lock Out Tag Out, Line Opening, Electrical Labeling, preventative maintenance, etc
Finalize and confirm all details of the project are complete and close the project
Provide Engineering support to the Utility Department Manager and Technicians
Identify and address mechanical integrity concerns and coordinate repairs
Drive continuous improvement and system efficiency improvements
Provide support for the technicians through preventative maintenance and repairs on new and existing equipment
Promote open communications and positive working relationships with all departments throughout the facility
Conduct safety audits, address and provide support and solutions to mitigate safety risks
Coordinate building and Utility repairs with local agencies
Maintain record keeping and up to date compliance with all regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Candidate needs to be a highly motivated professional, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Candidate should be flexible, willing, and able to assist with projects and downtime events
Able to maintain and develop strong relationships with leaders and employees at all levels and areas of responsibility within the company
As a member of management, it is expected to project a positive attitude while handling himself/herself in a professional manner
Creates effective plans to promote change; knows how to manage in changing circumstances; strongly advocates an independent point of view but can be counted on to execute management decisions
Proficient knowledge in building utilities including but not limited to Ammonia Refrigeration, High Pressure Steam Systems, HVAC, Process Water, Fire Protection, Compressed Air, etc
Proficiency in designing and operating in accordance with the regulatory requirements of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, IIAR, and Tyson standards
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management Professional (PMP), or Equivalent field experience in project management and utility systems
Strong skills in steam systems
Proficient experience with Microsoft based software such as Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc
Proficient experience with AutoCAD or other computer-aided design software
Preferred
Experience in the Food and Beverage industry
Strong skills and understanding of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems
Proficiency with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, and Design Requirements
Experience with SAP/CMMS systems
Benefits
Paid time off
401(k) plans
Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
Company
Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods is a modern, multi-national, protein-focused food company.
Founded in 1935
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2024-02-28Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Donnie King
President and CEO
Curt Calaway
Chief Financial Officer
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