Senior Director, Engineering

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Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now!

Are you a driven and passionate leader with a knack for guiding teams toward success? Do you want to make a meaningful impact by producing quality food that nourishes families across America? If so, we want you to join Smithfield Foods, one of the top 25 consumer packaged goods companies in the country!

As our Senior Director of Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in managing and executing multiple capital projects across our manufacturing locations. You’ll leverage your expertise in capital planning to oversee vendors, contractors, and engineering service providers, ensuring we deliver the highest value and stay ahead of the competition.

As a key member of the Smithfield Engineering Leadership Team, you will help shape and communicate the strategic vision for our engineering and technical operations. You’ll lead, develop, and inspire an Engineering leadership team that drives operational success and excellence, all while making a direct impact on our mission to feed families responsibly and sustainably.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and be a part of something big, this is your opportunity to shine!

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

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  Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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 to perform the essential functions. 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business or related field and 12+ years of experience in Engineering management; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 5+ years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.

• Prior experience as a Project Manager or similar role, required.

• Experience leading multiple, complex, major capital investments, required.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and SAP.

• Strong interpersonal, technical and presentation skills, required.

• Energized by collaboration through travel to other locations. (50% of the time).

• Experience developing and implementing a capital project management methodology in a multi-plant environment.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• High level of written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.

• 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.