Senior Project Engineer

E-Verify Program

. Conduct engineering assessments, cost estimates, design requirements, and execution of capital projects .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeAppleton • Wisconsin • United StatesSenior💰 $102,600 - $122,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing large capital projects, including engineering assessments, cost estimates, and execution plans, while ensuring compliance with quality assurance and food safety standards. Proven ability to coordinate with contractors and vendors, manage project budgets, and facilitate training.

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Capital Project EngineeringProject ManagementQuality Assurance ComplianceFood Safety StandardsEnvironmental Permitting

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Hard Skills

Engineering AssessmentsCost EstimatesProcess DesignsProject Scope DevelopmentBudget ManagementCorrective Actions ExecutionCost/Benefit AnalysisTechnical Specifications PreparationVendor SelectionContract Allocation

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingGuidance ProvisionTraining Facilitation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Dairy ProcessesFood ManufacturingSanitary ProcessesCapital ExpenditureConstruction Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct engineering assessments, cost estimates, design requirements, and execution of capital projects
Develop project scope, process designs, capital and expense estimates, and execution plans
Select contractors and vendors; specify and purchase equipment
Review construction team deliverables
Apply company methodologies and enforce project, safety, and construction standards
Track and report team hours and expenses
Prepare process designs, equipment specifications, capital estimates, plans, quotes, and technical specifications
Conduct plant assessments and execute corrective actions
Coordinate capital expenditure project implementation and contract allocation
Communicate with on-site contractors and provide guidance
Troubleshoot production problems and propose corrective capital projects
Manage project budgets, timelines, risks, and expenses
Perform cost/benefit analyses and evaluate material and equipment selections
Support vendor field service, plant start-up, commissioning, environmental permitting, and compliance
Facilitate training as necessary
Maintain quality assurance compliance and report potential food safety issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–10 years experience in large capital project engineering, project management
Experience in dairy, food, or sanitary processes strongly preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or similar degree/experience required
Willingness to travel 25%–50%
Knowledge of quality assurance policies, food safety, environmental permitting, and dairy manufacturing compliance
Ability to work with contractors, vendors, suppliers, and cross-functional teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
401(k) with 7% company contributions
3 weeks Paid Time Off
Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Paid parental leave
Advancement Opportunities
Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on physical, financial, and emotional health