Senior Engineering Project Manager

We're Sesajal, a food & ingredients powerhouse with 30+ years nourishing millions across North America.

We're building a new greenfield manufacturing plant in the U.S. , designed for world-class standards.

From family business to global group, we operate across Mexico, the U.S., and Europe.

We believe in thinking big, doing what's right, and creating solutions that truly improve lives.

If you want to build, lead, and leave a legacy, this is where you belong.

We're building a brand-new greenfield plant in the U.S. and need a builder who can turn empty land into a fully operating site.

Lead a true once-in-a-career start-up and shape the future from day one.

What You'll Lead

You will be the driving force behind :

• ??? Full Plant Start-Up Execution
• Own the entire greenfield build : CAPEX, utilities, packaging lines (glass / PET, spray), refining, bottling, and storage systems.
• Lead engineering, investment, process improvement, and new technology initiatives.
• ?? Project Planning & Delivery
• Define project objectives, scope, timing, resources, and budget.
• Build and execute the master plan (Charter, URS, Gantt, risk, change control).
• Track timeline, quality, milestones, KPIs, and financial performance.
• ?? Cross-Functional Leadership
• Act as the main point of contact across internal teams, OEMs, EPC / CMAR / GC, contractors, suppliers, and leadership in Mexico.
• Align stakeholders and ensure seamless communication at every stage.
• ?? Risk, Safety & Compliance
• Identify and mitigate risks from day one.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, FDA, food safety, hygiene, and GMP standards.
• ?? Documentation & Reporting
• Keep all drawings, procedures, documentation, and reports up to date.
• Provide clear, strategic updates to senior leadership.
• ?? People & Team Leadership
• Motivate and guide the project team, ensuring collaboration and accountability.
• Provide technical guidance on design, maintenance, development, and continuous improvement.
• ??? Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
• Make fast, informed decisions.
• Resolve conflicts before they become roadblocks.

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