Design Engineer Lead, Bakery Plant Construction & Expansion
Job Title: Engineering Design Lead
Team: Plant Construction & Expansion
Work Location:
Remote until the Lancaster, Texas facility is built, then on-site or hybrid
Position requires up to 50% travel to Bridor manufacturing sites, including domestic travel within the U.S. and potential international travel to France and Holland
Job Description
Role Overview
Bridor, a global leader in industrial bakery manufacturing, is renowned for its high-quality French and European-style baked goods. With decades of experience, Bridor is expanding its presence in the U.S., undertaking major facility expansions and greenfield projects.
We are seeking an Engineering Design Lead Bakery Plant Construction & Expansion to support the design and planning of our bakery facility projects. This role involves managing technical drawings, specifications, and design documentation while collaborating with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project execution. This is an opportunity to directly contribute to Bridors U.S. growth and be at the forefront of our expansion efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Planning
Develop and maintain a comprehensive design database for new and expanding production lines
Gather, review, and organize specifications and design selections for greenfield projects
Project Management Collaboration
Work closely with Project Managers, Process Engineers, and the broader engineering team to ensure designs align with operational needs
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to drive project timelines and address on-site technical challenges
Capital Project Engagement
Participate in the installation and commissioning of capital projects, incorporating real-time feedback into design updates
Ensure all designs comply with food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and sanitation standards
Why Join Us?
Play a pivotal role in Bridors expansion into the U.S. market, leading groundbreaking bakery plant construction projects
Gain hands-on experience in high-impact capital projects, enhancing your technical design and project management expertise
Opportunities for career advancement within Bridors North American Design Team or broader Capital Project Engineering & Management
Team Culture
Join a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking team focused on engineering excellence and innovation during a transformational phase for Bridor
Job Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications
Education:
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field, with strong knowledge of food processing operations
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of design and engineering experience, specifically in industrial construction and expansion projects within the food manufacturing sector
Food manufacturing background and experience is required
Expertise in facility expansion, process optimization, and sustainable construction (Greenleaf experience is a plus)
Technical Proficiency:
Proficient in AutoCAD, BIM software, and project management tools
Ability to analyze, interpret, and establish technical design selections, regulations, and standards
Experience creating and managing technical design documentation and manuals
Regulatory Knowledge:
Strong understanding of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and sanitation standards
Soft Skills:
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address on-site technical challenges
Travel Requirement:
Must be able to travel up to 50% to other Bridor manufacturing sites, including some international travel to France and Holland as needed
Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing multi-disciplinary, multi-site global projects in a fast-paced environment Background in industrial or food processing design with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
Join Bridor North America!
Be part of an industry-leading company driving innovation and expansion in bakery plant construction. Apply today and make a lasting impact on Bridors growth and your career!
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