Senior Regional Engineering Manager

Smithfield Foods

. Lead the development of operational strategies and drive excellence across multiple locations.

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $162,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading engineering teams and managing multi-million dollar projects while ensuring compliance with engineering codes and standards. Proficient in optimizing maintenance processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives in food processing environments.

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Project ManagementTeam Management/DevelopmentEngineering EconomicsAutoCAD ProficiencyFood Processing Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Engineering PrinciplesContract AdministrationNational Codes and Standards InterpretationOperational Strategy DevelopmentProcess OptimizationBudget ManagementEquipment TestingTechnical GuidanceTroubleshooting Complex Equipment IssuesContinuous Improvement Initiatives

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational PlanningTeamworkAnalytical ReasoningAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteAutoCAD

Industry Keywords

Food ProductionMeat IndustryEngineering Codes and RegulationsOperational PerformanceWorkplace Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development of operational strategies and drive excellence across multiple locations.
Provide expert technical guidance and optimize maintenance and engineering processes.
Lead engineering team members covering multiple plants and oversee Project Engineering teams and projects.
Manage direct reports across Reliability, Strategic, Automation, and/or Project Engineering disciplines.
Ensure priority projects and capital/expense plans are effectively managed and properly resourced.
Guide and participate in equipment comparison tests, FATs/SATs, master plans, and research of new equipment opportunities.
Oversee plant utilities and process discipline in collaboration with the Infrastructure Group.
Manage an annual capital budget of up to $50 million.
Partner with Plant Operations and Maintenance leadership to identify opportunities and improve operational performance.
Identify M&E process gaps and lead continuous improvement initiatives across multiple plants.
Develop a culture of improvement focused on cost savings and process optimization.
Refine and enhance the Engineering Excellence assessment process.
Oversee production technologies and technical improvements.
Ensure plant teams can troubleshoot major outages and complex equipment issues.
Establish engineering standards and resource scheduling aligned with processes.
Develop and implement programs, policies, and practices for safe, high-quality food production.
Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local engineering codes and regulations.
Lead cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and transfer knowledge.
Lead, inspire, and develop engineering teams.
Partner with HR on leadership development, performance management, and workforce engagement.
Foster workplace safety, open communication, empowerment, and employee recognition.
Direct, coordinate, and evaluate the team and support hiring, training, work assignment, and problem resolution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or related field and 8+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues.
Project Management skills.
Contract Administration skills.
National codes and standards interpretation skills.
Proficient in engineering economics.
Proficient in AutoCAD.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
Willingness to travel to other locations 50% of the time.
Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to food processing and the meat industry.
Previous experience in the management of multi-million dollar projects with large scopes.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.
Supervisory experience including interviewing and hiring, employee training, planning, assigning and directing work, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Package Available
Comprehensive total rewards package (benefits package referenced)