Director, Engineering
Smithfield FoodsVirginia, United States
Posted March 13, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world.
Job Description
Smithfield Foods is looking for a creative and self-driven engineering professional to join their Engineering team as a Director. The successful candidate will lead engineering teams in various disciplines across plants, develop and implement short- and long-term operational plans, and drive engineering performance to meet operational goals efficiently and cost-effectively.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field and 10+ years of relevant experience in Engineering management
- 5+ years of experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management
- Prior experience in an engineer role
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off