Director of Engineering

Smithfield Foods

. Lead engineering teams in various Engineering disciplines across plants to ensure optimal performance.

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $202,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Engineering Management, leading teams to optimize performance while ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Proficient in budget management, operational planning, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

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Engineering ManagementTeam Development and ManagementBudget ManagementOperational PlanningProfessional Engineer Licensure

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Hard Skills

EngineeringProject PlanningAsset Utilization AnalysisOperational Performance ImprovementMicrosoft Office SuiteSAP

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingProblem-SolvingWritten and Oral CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeamwork

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer Licensure

Industry Keywords

Meat IndustryWorkplace SafetyLeadership ProgramsEmployee DevelopmentDiversity and Inclusion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead engineering teams in various Engineering disciplines across plants to ensure optimal performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, HR, and Safety to achieve company goals.
Oversee and manage Capital and Maintenance budgets and project planning.
Drive engineering performance to meet operational goals efficiently and cost-effectively.
Create and implement short- and long-term operational plans to meet customer and quality standards.
Identify and implement strategies to improve operational performance with internal and external resources.
Provide direction on processes, schedules, and priorities for engineering teams.
Develop and enforce best practices for engineering development.
Ensure facilities comply with internal and external engineering standards and regulations.
Analyze asset age and utilization data and model optimal replacement timing and asset-longevity improvements.
Lead and motivate engineering teams to achieve business objectives and deliver solutions on time and on budget.
Partner with HR to develop leadership programs, manage performance, and build a diverse, high-performing workforce.
Foster a culture of workplace safety, open communication, empowerment, and recognition.
Drive a positive employee experience through leadership, employee development, and coaching.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business or related field and 10+ years of relevant experience in Engineering management; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
5+ years of experience in a position of leadership including team development and management, required.
Prior experience in an engineer role required.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
High level of written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
Ability to communicate technical ideas to a non-technical audience effectively.
Strong interpersonal, technical and presentation skills.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations (50% of the time).
Licensure as a Professional Engineer, preferred.
Knowledge of different pork products and the Meat Industry, preferred.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Able to travel as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Package Available
Comprehensive total rewards package
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities