Capital Project Engineer – Food Plant

Capital Project Engineer – Food Plant

Location:

Provo, UT

Schedule:

On‑site | Monday through Friday

Leading capital improvements inside a fast‑moving food plant. You’ll be on the floor solving problems, coordinating construction, and managing contractors while collaborating with leadership to plan long‑term capital investment strategies that stick.

• Lead facility and equipment upgrades, including packaging lines, automation, refrigeration and warehousing
• Handle full‑cycle project execution, including design, budgeting, procurement and implementation
• Manage construction vendors, timelines and all contractor activity across active project sites
• Work cross‑functionally with operations, maintenance and purchasing to align project priorities
• Own capital budgets keeping a tight handle on cost control and documentation
• Create CAD drawings and engineering documentation for new installs and layout changes
• Help design and implement systems for mixing, pumping, conveying and filling across RTE lines
• Identify infrastructure needs that support long‑term plant efficiency and food safety
• Train internal teams on new equipment and support preventive maintenance schedules

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical engineering discipline is required
• 7‑15+ years of experience running capital projects in a food, chemical, packaging, consumer goods or closely related industry
• Proficiency in CAD and hands‑on project design and planning
• Experience coordinating large construction and equipment installs in food‑grade environments
• Strong track record of managing contractors and staying on budget
• Clear communicator who can operate across departments and see the big picture
• Working knowledge of FDA regulations and plant safety standards

• Salary range: $160K–$175K plus bonus
• Relocation available for the right candidate
• Private equity‑backed company with a multi‑year investment plan in facility growth and automation
• Direct access to decision‑makers and a clear lane to get projects done