Project Engineer

Are you a dynamic engineer eager to contribute to the success of a global leader in the premium pet food industry? Our client is an award-winning pet food company committed to creating premium, nutritious products. They are seeking a dynamic Project Engineer to join their team and play a vital role in executing capital projects and driving process improvements that support our manufacturing goals, including reducing costs, enhancing quality, reliability, and safety.

What You’ll Do

• Lead capital and process improvement projects, from $5K to larger scale initiatives, creating scopes, schedules, cost estimates, and managing contractors.
• Communicate openly with all stakeholders, ensuring alignment and support from project inception through completion.
• Manage contractors, develop detailed scopes of work, and execute contracts to ensure projects meet quality and budget standards.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to drive projects forward and meet company goals.
• Support and promote continuous improvement initiatives and provide technical support to operations to address critical issues.
• Ensure all projects follow safety protocols, quality assurance, and quality control standards.
• Develop and adhere to equipment standards, and coordinate training for plant personnel on new technology.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical diploma.
• 5+ years in a technical field in manufacturing and strong project management experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience with spreadsheets, reports, and general documentation.
  
  

Why join?

• Financial stability with competitive wages, RRSP matching, and donation matching.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs.
• Continued education with access to in-house and online learning and an education assistance program.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company that invests in its people and opportunities for career advancement.
• Work alongside talented, like-minded professionals committed to delivering premium-quality products.
  
  

If you are a hands-on engineer with a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, we’d love to hear from you!

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