Project Manager Engineering

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. 

A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together.

If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

This position is responsible for managing and directing projects of varying size and scope. Projects may include investigating or developing processes, developing project concepts and budgets, troubleshooting or investigating technical issues or implementing capital projects. Project Manager’s also assist in the development of engineering resources, procedures and best practices. Project Manager’s may at times direct or be part of a project team(s). Project work including design, investment request write-ups, preparing and presenting project reviews and presentations, developing contractor bid packages, overseeing project installation, cost tracking, training and startup assistance as well as post project support are normal work activities.
The position will participate in various project teams and work independently as required by the various assignments. This position requires the ability to travel and participate in projects at various locations Internationally and in North America as required to meet the project requirements. Working closely with the various levels of Procurement, Operations Management, Safety, Food Protection, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Plant Staff, and Production Personnel is critical. This position coordinates activities with LW operations and is based out of our Kennewick, Washington, engineering office.

Job Description

• Reflects our Lamb Weston values, supports our Lamb Weston vision and helps complete our Lamb Weston mission of being the No. 1 Global Potato Company
• Drive for a TIR of ‘0’ ZERO.
• Drive for ‘0’ ZERO project design or executions impacts on product quality.
• o   People Management/Mentorship
• o   Coach and mentor Lamb Weston internal and external resources.
• o   Lead direct reports (if applicable) and work with other department managers.
• Develop engineering staff to build a positive team culture that leverages resources across the business and supports our operations teams.
• Operate with an empowerment and support management style.
• Project Management
• o   Provide leadership for developing scope, schedule, budget estimates and cost justifications as project progress through the design and approval process
• Write, present, and submit Capital Investment Request (CIR) and supporting documentation
• Lead the cross-functional development and implementation of the capital plan including the engagement of related Plant and Corporate functions such as, but not limited to Safety, Sanitation, Quality, Environmental, Operations, Maintenance, Finance and Operations
• o   Manage and drive engineering efforts in the plants and for corporate initiatives
• Capability to effectively lead any size project, including projects greater than $400 MM USD.
• Accountable for timely, accurate and effective implementation of engineering and project related work.
• Meet or exceed project success criteria, including quality, cost, spend forecasting, schedule and performance metrics.
• Apply and Lead project teams in the Vertical process.
• Drive and Support Contractor and Team Safety every day /every project
• Facilitates the implementation of specifications and engineering best practices.
• Updating Specifications as needed to assure accuracy Drive corporate engineering Project Management initiatives.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years practical experience as a Project Manager, Sr. Engineer, or Plant Engineering Manager with Cap/Ex experience.
• Demonstrated ability to excel in leading diverse teams, particularly in a matrix environment.
• Excellent communication, technical, analytical, organizational skills.
• Excellent creative and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of IQF potato manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of food & beverage manufacturing process is desirable
• Completion of OSHA 30 hours construction safety course is desirable
• Internal PQ(Process Quality) and APT(Advanced Potato Training) training preferred.  If not must quickly obtain.
• Experience with plant engineering, maintenance and operations.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes, regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of Lamb Weston specific operations processes and programs is a benefit.
• Experience and knowledge of industrial plant construction, codes, practices, and engineering requirements is a benefit.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office suite, including MS Project and applied use of AutoCAD applications.

Physical Environment/Demands:

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time on average with peaks potentially exceeding that amount for some duration.
• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. 
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday
• Stooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job duties
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds infrequently.
• Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for job actions and procedures. 
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment. 
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.  Ability to operate work related equipment
• Valid Driver’s License and driving record that meets Lamb Weston Driving Standards
• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive.  Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts

• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program

• Paid Time Off

• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance

• Family-Friendly Employee events

• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.Anticipated Close Date: 12/05/2026

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.Pay Rate or Range: $117,060.00 - $175,600.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law