Senior Engineering Project Manager

About this role

Senior Engineering Project Manager

Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.

Dessert Holdings is looking for a Senior Engineering Project Manager to be based Remotely with supporting trips to our manufacturing facilities as necessary. Under the direction of the VP of Engineering & Reliability, the Senior Project Engineering Manager is a strategic technical leader responsible for driving large scale capital projects, with a specialized focus on automation, robotics, and equipment innovation.

A trusted authority in project engineering, this individual collaborates closely with plant operations, cross functional teams, and external partners to deliver reliable, cost effective, and technologically advanced solutions that elevate manufacturing capabilities across Dessert Holdings.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead end to end execution of multimillion dollar capital projects, including facility expansions, equipment automation, capacity increases, and new construction.
• Develop and support 3–5 year capital plans aligned with corporate business strategy and plant operational needs.
• Champion emerging technologies—specifically robotics, industrial automation, and controls—to drive efficiency, quality improvements, and cost reductions.
• Develop preliminary engineering designs, layout concepts, specifications, and detailed cost estimates. Ensure all designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and industry standards (OSHA, FDA, EPA, GMP).

• Conduct feasibility studies, engineering economic evaluations, and pre project operational reviews to ensure cost effective and viable solutions.
• Determine and apply appropriate design criteria, engineering codes, and standards.
• Validate f...