Senior Project Engineer - Food & Beverage Capital Projects
Founded in the late 1980s, we have grown to more than 1,200 employees nationwide, with approximately 250 employees based at our Indianapolis manufacturing campus. We are a leading developer and producer of food and beverage products, specializing in sweeteners, creamers, and nutritional solutions. At our Indianapolis facility, we focus on manufacturing operations, packaging innovation, and fixed capital asset optimization.
About the role
As a Senior Project Engineer, you will support manufacturing operations with the introduction of new processing, packaging, or facility assets, while serving as a technical resource for designing and implementing solutions that drive efficiency and product quality.
Responsibilities
- Manage capital projects from initiation to delivery using engineering project management processes and procedures
- Ensure compliance with regulations, industry best practices, and our engineering standards across all project phases
- Develop and manage resource, communication, and budget plans throughout the project lifecycle
- Provide technical solutions, design support, and equipment troubleshooting assistance to operations teams
- Recommend and implement continuous improvement projects with ROI justification to optimize manufacturing performance
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering
- 8+ years of project engineering or management experience in food and beverage or pharma manufacturing
- Strong background in capital project management, including initiation, planning, and execution
- Skilled in DQ, FAT, CQV, ramp up analysis, and related project management protocols
- PE License and PMP certification preferred
- Proficiency in MS Office, Microsoft Project, and CAD required
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life, Long-Term Disability (LTD), Short-Term Disability (STD)
- 401k with company matching
Pay
$130,000 - $165,000 + Bonus + Relocation Assistance
This is a new role. You must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.