Senior Capital Project Engineer
Ottumwa, Iowa, USA
Job Description
The Senior Capital Project Engineer will plan, support, and where applicable, execute engineering deliverables for one or more of our broad core technology or engineering area. We seek a professional who will develop and apply engineering standards and procedures, providing advice on issues within the engineering field.
Key Accountabilities
Plan, design and estimate time and cost, overseeing construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, systems and components.
Analyze and develop solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or the causes of component failures.
Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
Coordinate staffing and development of construction, commissioning, and start-up plans.
Lead equipment specification and procurement. Develop, review, and award bid packages for equipment and labor.
Informally lead, mentor, and coach early career engineers through hands-on training and project work.
Will manage multimillion dollar budgets.
Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical a must.
Minimum of four years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to execute large capital projects or portfolio of projects
Previous experience in food manufacturing
Why is This a Great Opportunity
Worldwide company operating in over 70 countries. Over 160,000 employees. Great reputation.
Relocation assistance is offered as well as incentive bonus.
Screening Questions
Do you have a bachelor’s degree ?
Do you have at least four years of related work experience?
Have you demonstrated the ability to execute large capital projects or portfolio of projects?
Do you have previous experience in food or related industries?
Are you willing to relocate to Iowa & work on site full time?
Do you have experience with seeking formal approval through a phase-gate process with stakeholders?
Do you have any experience sizing process equipment, etc. (pumps, piping, steam systems, tanks)?