Utilities Wastewater Treatment Expert Engineer

About the role

We’re building the largest food manufacturing facility in our network, a bold investment that will set new standards for scale, technology, and efficiency. This is a rare opportunity to play a critical role to build a site from the ground up, shaping the people strategy, culture, and operations that will power our future.

Responsibilities

• Engineer the backbone: Oversee all mechanical utility systems, including refrigeration, boilers, steam, compressed air, chilled water, HVAC, and wastewater treatment.
• Build smart infrastructure: Lead design reviews, equipment selection, and contractor coordination to deliver efficient, high-performing utilities for a new “best in class” facility.
• Champion sustainability: Drive innovation in energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction to meet global environmental goals.
• Ensure reliability: Develop maintenance strategies, SOPs, and monitoring systems that keep utilities safe, compliant, and continuously available.
• Lead commissioning: Manage startup and handover of utilities and wastewater systems, ensuring seamless integration into full-scale production.
• Partner across teams: Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, EHS, and Facilities to ensure utilities meet business needs and regulatory requirements.
• Drive performance: Monitor KPIs and lead continuous improvement initiatives to maximize uptime, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

• Deep technical expertise in refrigeration, utilities, and wastewater treatment systems.
• Strong project management skills with a proven ability to deliver complex infrastructure on time and within budget.
• Leadership presence with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and contractors.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with a focus on root cause and long-term solutions.
• Strong knowledge of environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements related to utilities and wastewater treatment.
• Excellent communication skills to translate technical detail into actionable insights.
• Passion for sustainability, safety, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in utilities engineering within manufacturing, preferably FMCG, food & beverage, or CPG industries.
• Hands-on experience managing large-scale refrigeration systems and mechanical utilities in a high-volume production environment.
• Proven expertise in wastewater treatment system design, operation, and compliance.
• Successful track record leading teams and contractors on capital projects and plant operations.
• Familiarity with modern energy efficiency practices, green building standards, and sustainability initiatives.
• Experience supporting large capital projects ($50M+) and scaling systems for global operations.

Benefits

At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $114,450 to $160,230 annually.