Engineering Development Associate - 2027

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Omaha, NE, USA
Hybrid
59K-79K Annually
Entry level
Consumer Web • Food • Manufacturing
The Role
Participate in a 36-month rotational Engineering Development Program supporting capital and non-capital projects across manufacturing. Lead project readiness, commissioning, startup, and early management; partner with cross-functional teams to drive reliability, risk mitigation, continuous improvement, and operational readiness.
Summary Generated by Built In

This job posting is an “Evergreen Requisition” designed to gather talent for current or future open positions. It Is a way for Conagra to expedite the hiring process when there is a need to fill that type of role. By applying to an Evergreen Requisition, you are expressing your interest in a particular job function within Conagra. Your application will be reviewed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist who may reach out to learn more about your career interests, and how that may best fit with Conagra. In addition to submitting your resume to an Evergreen Requisition, we encourage you to create a job search agent to be alerted when positions in your areas of interest become available.

Have a taste for something big? Launch your career with Conagra Brands, one of North America’s leading branded food companies. Our Supply Chain Development Program offers recent graduates a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, explore multiple Supply Chain functions, and build the skills needed for a successful career. Through meaningful work, leadership exposure, and rotational experiences across our network, you will make an impact from day one while developing the foundation for future growth.

Our Engineering Development Program (EDP) is an accelerated training program for college graduates who have the desire to excel in today’s fast-paced Supply Chain environment in the field of engineering. We will enhance your Supply Chain skill set by providing exposure to our various facets of Supply Chain and experienced leaders within a diverse Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) organization at both the corporate and plant level.

This is a fast-paced educational journey that is structured for approximately 36 months. Availability of roles and locations will be based on business needs.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering startup, project readiness, and Early Management processes to support the successful implementation of capital and non-capital projects across manufacturing operations
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to drive project execution, risk mitigation, startup excellence, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Serve as a technical resource for engineering workflow processes, project management, commissioning and qualification activities, and operational readiness
  • Support sustainable business growth and manufacturing excellence through effective project delivery and operational readiness planning

Ingredients Required for Your Success

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (chemical, mechanical, biological, electrical) or a related field completed by June 2027
  • Demonstrated leadership through academic, professional, community, or extracurricular experiences
  • Interest in building a long-term career within Supply Chain
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Willingness to relocate for a minimum of one year during the program based on business needs
  • Willingness to travel

Why should you kick off your career with Conagra?

  • Professional development opportunities throughout your career
  • Network with and learn from our industry experts across the company
  • You don’t have to stress about getting to your new city or where you’re going to live. Relocation assistance provided as needed.
  • Health, Dental, and Vision benefits that start on Day One
  • Generous 401k company contribution + matching
  • Year-Round opportunities to give back to our communities, including Month of Service in April

Compensation 

Pay Range:$59,000-$79,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

  • Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement

  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan

  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement

  • Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (chemical, mechanical, biological, electrical) or related field completed by June 2027
  • Demonstrated leadership through academic, professional, community, or extracurricular experiences
  • Interest in building a long-term career within Supply Chain
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
  • Willingness to relocate for a minimum of one year during the program
  • Willingness to travel

Conagra Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Conagra Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Conagra Brands.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) plans with company matching and additional company contributions, plus pension eligibility for certain groups, strengthen long‑term savings. Plan design and vesting are described as straightforward and beneficial.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage starts on day one for many roles and includes wellness, mental health, and transgender health benefits. Life and disability insurance further broaden protection.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Bonuses, profit sharing, and incentive opportunities are included broadly, with an annual incentive plan spanning career levels. Payouts and upfront clarity about bonus eligibility are characterized as dependable.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
18,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

What We Do

Conagra has the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. Our diverse team embraces debate to challenge marketplace/business conventions. We are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results. We combine a rich heritage with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion. We are a 100 year-old company with a startup attitude - an imperative to transform how we do business. What’s not changing? Our timeless values: integrity, external focus, broad-mindedness, agility, leadership by all, and a focus on results.

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