Capital Project Engineer

4 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Newly Weds Foods Full time

Manages Corporate Engineering Department Capital Projects over the project life cycle from concept to completion - Scope development, cost estimate preparation, and tracking, facility layout & design, equipment specification and procurement. Responsible for Design construction, installation, and commissioning for assigned projects.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for capital budget by collaborating and developing capital appropriation requests with facility staff for submission to NWF management for approval.
Manages capital projects of different scale by leading cross-functional teams with internal and external resources. Develops scope of work, preliminary budgets, detailed cost estimates, equipment specifications, drawings, bid documents, bid tabulations from vendor proposals and schedules for NWF management approval.
Oversees the project design and development to ensure that the project delivers all project objectives on time, and within the approved capital budget as effectively and efficiently as possible.
Works with equipment vendors to obtain and evaluate competitive proposals for equipment required on projects. Prepares purchase requisitions and approves project-related invoices for payment. Schedules equipment deliveries, services, or trades.
Ensures compliance of equipment, construction, and safety standards with governing agencies such as FDA, , BRC, OSHA, EPA, etc.
Works cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, R&D, IT, Quality, Sanitation, Health & Safety, Legal, and other departments as required.
Oversees contractors, building construction, and field installation of processing systems - including ensuring equipment and workmanship meet or exceed project requirements, preparing reports on fieldwork, initiating any required change orders, through to start-up, and commissioning.
Complete Factory Acceptance Tests or Pre-Delivery Inspections at supplier's site as required. Oversee and coordinate equipment start-up, commissioning, and training.
Oversee development of supporting set-up, run, and change-over documentation for equipment, including Process Specifications, Standard Operating Procedures, and Work Instructions. May use appropriate input from the machine operators, supervisors, and other technical personnel.
Protects company assets, confidential information, and intellectual property.
Performs other duties or special projects as needed.
Qualifications:
BS or BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or equivalent experience Required to travel - up to 50% with both domestic and international travel (pending project needs)
5-10+ years of project management /project engineering experience.
CAD knowledge (experience a plus).
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of process and electrical controls. Strong mechanical aptitude
Experience in food manufacturing
Open to relocation and/or position be based out of a NWF facility, preferably Chicago, Horn Lake MS, Cleveland TN, Springdale AR.
Must be willing to travel 60-70% of the time.
Work Environment:
General office setting.
Periodic exposure to (1) a loud environment, (2) airborne particles with stronger odors associated with spicy food ingredients, (3) cold, hot, wet, and humid conditions, (4) walking and standing on concrete, (5) climbing steps, ladders, (6) standing on elevated surfaces (on occasions greater than 50')
Fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
Medical InsurancePrescription Drug PlanDental/Vision InsuranceEmployee Incentive PlanFlexible Spending AccountCash Accumulation Plan-401KLife/AD&D InsuranceShort- Term/Long-Term DisabilityVacation PlanPaid HolidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramAdoption Assistance ProgramTuition ReimbursementMaternity/Paternity LeavePet Insurance Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. New Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Newly Weds Foods will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. *Newly Weds Foods* | 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Chicago IL 60631(773) 489-7000 | nwfnorthamerica newlywedsfoods.com



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