HiFyve is hiring a Plant Engineering Manager from the Food/Beverage industry in New Wilmington, PA!

Pay: $110,000–$175,000/year + 15% bonus eligibility

Shift: Day Shift

Travel: 5%–15% (1–3 times per year)

Benefits: Full benefits package

Relocation Assistance Available

Overview:

We are hiring a Plant Engineering Manager to oversee multi-site plant maintenance and engineering activities for a food manufacturing organization in New Wilmington, PA. This role will lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs, support maintenance excellence, manage capital and expense projects, and provide hands-on engineering leadership across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee project engineering objectives in line with company standards and plant goals
• Lead design, installation, and commissioning of capital and expense projects
• Support preventive maintenance, spare parts inventory, and work order systems
• Develop and maintain facility operating systems to maximize efficiency and productivity
• Use root cause analysis and best practices to drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability
• Assist plant maintenance managers with wastewater treatment facilities and environmental compliance
• Train maintenance and engineering teams on evolving technologies and standards
• Coordinate with contractors and internal teams to execute engineering projects on time and within budget
• Help define and manage capital and maintenance budgets across assigned facilities
• Ensure all engineering and environmental practices align with GMP, food safety, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent technical training
• 8+ years of progressive experience in engineering, maintenance, or facilities management in a food manufacturing environment
• Prior experience in team or project leadership, capital project management, budget oversight, environmental compliance, and PLC programming
• Certifications or licenses may be required during the course of employment

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and safety compliance
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and CMMS systems
• Strategic thinking with the ability to manage complex technical projects
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences
• Strong cross-functional collaboration, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-site manufacturing environment
• Must be fluent in English (written and verbal)

If you are interested, please apply!