Capex Engineer

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define comprehensive project scopes and develop accurate cost estimates.
• Develop and manage detailed project timelines (Gantt charts), adapting to complex project requirements.
• Lead and oversee large and complex projects, ensuring all technical, budgetary, and timeline objectives are met.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams and external contractors, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Upon successful project startup and operator training, hand over the project and provide ongoing support to the process owner during the transition.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet or exceed product quality expectations.
• Develop, own, and actively manage detailed project schedules, with daily and weekly tracking to ensure alignment with business priorities; identify and escalate risks early, and implement recovery plans proactively.
• Drive structured risk management, including change control and contingency planning, to minimize project disruptions and ensure timely decision-making.
• Oversee procurement timelines, maintaining consistent follow-up with vendors to ensure on-time delivery of materials, equipment, and services in line with project milestones.
• Hold suppliers and contractors accountable for scope, quality, safety, and schedule performance through proactive communication, contract enforcement, and strong field oversight.
• Maintain a consistent on-site presence to ensure effective coordination between engineering plans and field execution, resolve issues in real time, and support team alignment.
• Lead commissioning and startup efforts, providing hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving support to ensure a smooth transition to operational ownership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Food Engineering, or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in project and process engineering, including managing large and complex projects within food manufacturing or a related industry.
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems, automation, mechanical systems, pneumatics, and fluid handling.
• Experience interpreting P&IDs, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Proven ability to quickly learn new product-specific processes and lead engineering projects; strong knowledge of general manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and quality assurance standards is a plus (e.g., FDA, USDA, SQF, GMP).
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is advantageous.
• Proficient with project management software and engineering tools.

• This is a Full Time, permanent position
• Exempt position 40 hours per week, and it may require working additional hours depending on business need requirements.
• This is an on-site position and not a candidate for remote work.

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