Leads product design engineering and R&D for food-processing machines, including feasibility analysis, prototyping, testing, manufacturing optimization, lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance. Supervises engineers and technicians, manages project priorities and deliverables, tracks KPIs, and collaborates with manufacturing, service, sales, and operations. The role also supports customer solutions, product standardization, and continuous improvement.

Manages technical projects and customer engagements, including schedules, budgets, invoicing, resource allocation, change control, compliance, reporting, commissioning, site management, and project closeout. Supports customer satisfaction, staffing, shipping, inventory, service appointments, and team coordination. Requires up to 75% travel to project sites and independent remote work.