Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. Situated in Stanislaus County, our Turlock South manufacturing plant specializes in the production of butter and milk powder. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!
Our commitment to CDI employees:
We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions. Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off, sick days & holidays, retirement plans designed to secure your future. We don't stop there. We've also cultivated a variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth, ensuring you have the support you need to both inside and outside of work.
Job Summary
The Project Engineer oversees all engineering and technical aspects of capital projects to assure the highest level of accuracy and quality. The Project Engineer prepares, schedules, coordinates, and monitors assigned engineering projects, complying with applicable codes, practices, QA policies, performance standards, and specifications. This position contributes to the successful operation of California Dairies Inc. and reports to the Engineering Manager.
Essential Functions
- Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor all assigned projects.
- Design and execute capital projects in coordination with CDI staff.
- Monitor compliance of project related scope, tasks and assignments.
- Communicate effectively during daily interactions with the CDI personnel to interpret their needs and requirements.
- Maintain quality control in every area (budget, scheduling, planning, personnel performance, team dynamics)
- Clearly report on project status
- Communicate effectively with management and other project participants to provide needed assistance and technical support.
- Develop detailed specifications for equipment procurement and construction activities within guidelines established by the CDI Construction Standards, CDFA, USDA and FDA.
- Review all contractor work for correctness and adherence to CDI Construction Standards, Scope of Supply, Commissioning and System Performance.
- Review engineering deliverables; initiate appropriate corrective actions throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct regular meetings with key personnel representing all affected CDI departments to ensure clarification and meet specific requirements in a timely manner.
- Communicate and negotiate with vendors, contractors, city and county government entities, and other outside parties.
- Develop business case justifications and business specific development plans.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
- Follow Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP).
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance at work.
- Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Strong organization and problem-solving skills
- Significant working knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD
- MS Office Software knowledge, use of Word, Excel, SharePoint, MS Project and Teams
- Familiarity and ability to comply with all applicable rules, regulations, best practices, and performance standards.
- Aptitude for working collaboratively with multiple disciplines within teams and projects.
- Proven success in the areas of project execution, technical and problem-solving skills
- Firm understanding of complex mathematical, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and machine design concepts.
- Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical / Chemical / Electrical /Industrial Engineering or similar required.
- Minimum 1 years of experience in food/beverage manufacturing facility plant engineering processes involving modification and automation of food production equipment, refrigeration, electrical, steam generation, and wastewater processing.
- Work experience as a project engineer executing small-mid level capital projects.
Language Skills
English is required as the written and spoken language.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/A
Driving Requirements
Must possess or be able to acquire a state issued Driver’s License.
Equipment
The project Engineer should have general knowledge of pumps, pneumatic values, AC drives, motor starters, separators, instrumentation, welding, grinding, butter equipment, fans, high-pressure pumps, electrical troubleshooting, powder packaging equipment, PLC controls, gearboxes, pneumatic system, boilers, ammonia compressors, ammonia system, glycol system, cooling towers, air compressors, pasteurizers. Will be required to utilize a computer and business-related software. Will be required to drive between locations of responsibility.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship to the company if such accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Employee will be subject to temperatures from 34 to above 100 degrees. An employee may be exposed to the following: ammonia, acids, caustics, chlorines, paints, particles, oils and lubricants, steam, pneumatics, fumes and hazardous gases, sealing compounds.
ADA/FEHA
The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act.
EEO
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements outlined here represent those necessary for successful performance of this position's core responsibilities. Upon request, the company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these fundamental job duties, provided such accommodations do not create an undue burden on the organization.
- Sitting/Standing/Walking: The Engineering Project Engineer during the course of an 8-hour workday will do all three. They will walk several hundred feet over uneven surfaces checking areas as needed.
- Lifting/Carrying: The Engineering Project Engineer lifts up to 60 pounds on an in-frequent basis.
- Pushing/Pulling: Occasional pushing/pulling are done.
- Bending/Stooping: Both done regularly during the course of a workday.
- Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: Squatting, kneeling and crawling done occasionally.
- Twisting/Turning: Twisting and kneeling are done while doing regular duties.
- Climbing/Balancing: Some vertical ladder climbing required. Balancing on ladders and machinery sometimes is required if assistance is needed in troubleshooting or mechanical issues.
- Reaching: Frequently reaching from floor level to shoulder level done during 8-hour workday.
- Grasping/Manipulating: Frequent use of hands and fingers while using hand tools and positioning of machine parts.
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