Sr. Project Engineer - Process
Core
Lead technology support and management for high-impact capital projects ($2M–$100M+) in food manufacturing and processing, optimizing line efficiencies and driving manufacturing capability.
Role type
Senior IC project engineer (process)
Builds
Manufacturing and processing systems, capital projects, and operational infrastructure for snacking brands.
Domain
Food manufacturing / Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
Required skills
Capital project management, process technology expertise, cross-functional stakeholder management, financial budgeting, site engineering guidance, safety and quality compliance, team upskilling
Preferred skills
Advanced engineering degree, large-scale capital project leadership ($5M+), sourcing and procurement negotiation, advanced automation platforms
Technologies
Food processing systems, automation platforms, packaging systems, utilities, construction management tools
Responsibilities
Lead planning and delivery of capital projects from ideation to closure; Serve as primary technical authority for processing technology; Partner cross-functionally to align scope and justify investments; Manage capital budgets and cash flow projections; Support development of standards for processing and packaging systems; Guide site engineering teams on design and vendor selection; Ensure compliance with safety and food safety standards; Mentor and upskill engineering and operational teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC