• Project Engineer

    Nature's Bakery (Hazelwood, MO)


    Project (Design) Engineer

    **Location:** [Insert Location]

    **Department:** Engineering

    **Reports To:** [Engineering Manager / Director of Engineering]

     

    About Nature’s Bakery

     

    At Nature’s Bakery, we believe simple, wholesome snacks can make a meaningful difference. We’re committed to quality, integrity, and continuous improvement—working together to deliver great products while supporting our people and communities.

    Position Summary

    The Project (Design) Engineer is a mid-level engineering role responsible for supporting, designing, and executing capital and process improvement projects within our food manufacturing operations. This role focuses on process and packaging systems in a high-volume baking environment and requires hands-on technical expertise, strong project execution skills, and effective collaboration across operations, maintenance, quality, and external partners.

     

    The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in mechanical and process engineering, experience with industrial equipment, and a passion for building reliable, efficient manufacturing systems.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Develop, maintain, and update **process flow diagrams (PFDs)** and **piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)** for baking and packaging systems

    + Design, specify, and support mechanical components and equipment for production lines

    + Lead and support **capital projects** , including equipment upgrades, new line installations, and process optimization initiatives

    + Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, safety, and automation teams to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables

    + Prepare detailed engineering documentation, including layouts, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical specifications

    + Support equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and troubleshooting activities

    + Ensure all designs and projects comply with **food safety, quality, and regulatory standards**

    + Interface with vendors, OEMs, contractors, and integrators to ensure successful project execution

    + Utilize ERP systems (SAP preferred) for project tracking, procurement, and documentation

    + Drive continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve equipment reliability

    + Provide ongoing technical support for production and maintenance teams as needed

    Required Qualifications

    Education

    + Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred

    + Associate’s degree with equivalent relevant work experience considered

    Experience

    + 2–5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

    + Food, baking, packaging, or consumer goods manufacturing experience strongly preferred

    Technical Skills

    + Working knowledge of processing and packaging systems

    + Ability to read, create, and interpret PFDs and P&IDs

    + Proficiency with 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar)

    + Experience with AutoCAD

    + Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred)

    + Understanding of machine design principles and process engineering fundamentals

    Soft Skills

    + Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    + Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively

    + Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities

    + Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

    Why Join Nature’s Bakery

    + Work on meaningful projects that directly impact production, quality, and efficiency

    + Collaborate with passionate, values-driven teams

    + Be part of a growing company with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation

    + Competitive compensation and benefits package

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    We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

     

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