Winland is investing in modern, reliable manufacturing systems to support growth, food safety, operational excellence, and cost competitiveness across its manufacturing network.
The Senior Capital Project Engineer will lead and execute capital improvement projects across multiple food manufacturing facilities. This role is responsible for managing projects from concept through startup, ensuring safe execution, on-time delivery, budget control, and long-term operational success. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving plant problems, managing projects, working directly with the operations teams, and delivering practical improvements in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Employee Type:
Full time
Location:
US Works from Home
Job Type:
Engineering
Job Posting Title:
Senior Capital Project Engineer
Job Description:
Schedule: Monday-Friday with flexibility as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote role with 50%-60% travel time
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.
Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $74k to $124k Annually with additional bonus potential
Roles & Responsibilities:
Capital Project Execution & Management
Lead capital projects ($250K - $5M) ranging from equipment upgrades to line expansions, utility improvements, packaging enhancements, and infrastructure improvements.
Manage projects from concept development, scope definition, estimating, and approval through installation, startup, and closeout.
Coordinate internal resources, contractors, vendors, and plant personnel to ensure successful execution.
Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
Track project budgets, invoices, timelines, and spend
Prepare capital requests (CEAs) along with ROI justifications
Deliver projects within approved budgets
Manufacturing & Plant Support
Work with operations, maintenance, QA, sanitation, and safety teams to identify improvement opportunities
Troubleshoot equipment/process bottlenecks
Support reliability and maintenance initiatives
Improve line efficiency and uptime
Ensure projects comply with food safety, sanitary design, GMP, OSHA, environmental, and company standards
Technical & Continuous ImprovementExecution
Coordinate and participate in equipment FAT/SAT, installation, startup, and commissioning
Ensure projects meet food safety, sanitary design, OSHA, and plant standards
Support automation upgrades and controls integration with internal/external resources
Develop startup plans, punch lists, operator training plans, and turnover documentation
Apply Lean / Six Sigma / root cause problem solving methods
Improve labor efficiency, waste reduction, OEE, and throughput
What Success Looks Like
Projects completed safely, on time, and within budget
Successful startups with minimal downtime
Measurable improvements in capacity, efficiency, quality, or reliability
Strong working relationships with plant teams
Sustainable solutions that improve operations long term
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline
3+ years of engineering, manufacturing, or project management experience
Experience managing capital projects in manufacturing environments
Strong project management, organization, and communication skills
Capital project planning and execution
Budgeting and cost control
Preferred Experience
Experience in food, beverage, consumer packaged goods, pharmaceutical, or packaging manufacturing
Knowledge of sanitary design principles
Experience with packaging systems, process equipment, conveyors, utilities, or material handling systems
Familiarity with automation, PLC controls, or industrial networking
Contractor and vendor management
Equipment installation and startup
Process improvement and troubleshooting
AutoCAD / layout review
Microsoft Project / Excel / SAP familiarity
Leadership Style - Model Winland Values
Calm and organized under changing priorities
Collaborative with plant and corporate teams
Act with integrity and courage when making decisions
Listen to operators and engineers closest to the work
Hold yourself and others accountable to commitments
Practical, hands-on problem solver with a strong sense of project ownership
Strengthen collaboration between functional groups - Operations, IT, R&D, Safety, Logistics, Planning
Why Join Winland Foods
High-impact leadership role with direct influence on enterprise transformation.
Opportunity to shape engineering strategy and build a best-in-class technical organization.
A culture committed to career development, collaboration, and innovation.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.
Play a critical role in shaping the future of Winland Foods-where your ideas, expertise, and leadership will help drive breakthrough performance.
EEO Statement:
Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
About Us
At Winland Foods, we're passionate about creating exceptional food experiences that bring people together. We are a dynamic and growing company specializing in meal preparation products-from pasta and sauces to plant-based proteins and more. Our portfolio includes beloved consumer brands and custom private-label solutions for retail and foodservice channels.
Why Work With Us?
We believe in being exceptional from the land to the table . That means:
Commitment to Quality: We consistently exceed industry standards across our value chain.
Sustainability & Responsibility: We prioritize environmental stewardship and make a positive impact on the world around us.
People First: The safety, well-being, and growth of our employees are at the heart of everything we do.
Our Culture
We're a team of food enthusiasts who value collaboration, innovation, and integrity. At Winland Foods, you'll find an environment where your ideas matter, your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive.
Explore Opportunities
At Winland Foods, you'll find opportunities across operations, supply chain, marketing, and product development-roles where your work truly makes an impact. By joining our team, you become part of a forward-thinking organization that values passion, collaboration, and shared success with our customers. Together, we're shaping the future of food.
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