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Senior Engineering Project Manager — Temple, TX (On-site)

About the role

Lead a greenfield plant start-up from zero: CAPEX, utilities, and packaging lines (glass/PET, spray) through commissioning and handover. You'll own scope, budget, timeline, quality, and vendor management.

What you'll do

• Build and execute the master plan (charter, URS, Gantt, change control, risk).
• Lead installation & commissioning of refining, bottling, and storage systems.
• Coordinate EPC/CMAR/GC, OEMs, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Drive safety, food-grade standards, and QA readiness (OSHA, NFPA, FDA).
• Track CAPEX, KPIs, and reporting to leadership.

Must-haves

• 7–10+ years in plant CAPEX & start-ups (food/CPG/pharma).
• PMI/Lean toolkit; AutoCAD and MS Project proficiency.
• Utilities & process exposure (electrical, HVAC, piping, fluids).
• Regulatory familiarity: UL/ASME/NFPA/FDA; GMP/FSSC awareness.
• Bilingual English/Spanish; on-site leadership; ability to relocate to Temple, TX.

Nice to have

• TPM/SMED/DMAIC; packaging line startup (filler, capper, labeler, palletizer).
• Experience with permitting/due diligence in the U.S.
• Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related Engineering.

Apply

Apply on LinkedIn or email your resume to ...@sesajal.com (subject: SEPM Temple