Capital Project Engineer - Food Manufacturer

Carol Stream, Illinois Permanent USD100,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is looking for a Capital Project Engineer to manage capital initiatives that enhance safety, operational efficiency, and manufacturing performance. This role oversees projects from initial concept through execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives, budget requirements, and regulatory compliance.
  • Competitive Salary and Bonuses
  • Manage Projects up to $5,000,000

About Our Client

A well‑established, stable, and family‑oriented company recognized for its commitment to internal advancement and meaningful professional development. The organization specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced fluid‑handling products for a wide range of industrial applications and fosters a collaborative, people‑centered workplace culture.

Job Description

  • Project management including preparation of project schedules, project budget tracking, and installation supervision.
  • Large-scale expense and capital project budget preparation and adherence.
  • Research, evaluate, and recommend machinery or systems for specified applications.
  • Vendor and internal teams management.
  • Work with marketing and commercialization to identify customer needs, product specifications, installation costs, and production execution.
  • Work with purchasing and supply chain to specify packaging needs and options.
  • Train employees in new processes, procedures, and methodologies to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Gather necessary information for projects, including dimensions, pricing, equipment capabilities, electrical and pneumatic needs, etc.
  • Work closely with outside fabrication shops, controls & electrical engineers, and production supervision to ensure projects are completed correctly.
  • Document and modify drawings based on engineering notes, sketches and supervision.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Degree required preferably in Engineering
  • Minimum 4 years in CI, CAPEX, Design position or equivalent role.
  • Autodesk Inventor, Auto CAD, Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of ERP Systems
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of handling multiple projects at a given time.
  • Knowledge of production machinery including meat processing, bakery, weighing and refrigeration and conveyors.
  • Knowledge of process and plant equipment including material handling equipment, extruders, pumps, and heat exchange boiler systems.
  • Basic knowledge of food processing plants and good manufacturing practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with others.
  • Strong financial acumen.
  • Sponsorship is not provided

What's on Offer

  • $100,000 - $130,000 DOE + 10% bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Safe-harbor 401(k) Plan with generous matching and immediate vesting
  • Life, AD&D, Short and Long-term Disability Programs
  • FSA/HSA
  • 3 weeks of PTO
Contact
Ben Aldrich
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6994842

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Project / Program Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Carol Stream
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Aldrich
Job Reference
JN-042026-6994842