iLocatum · 2 hours ago
Capital Project Engineer – Food Plant
Provo, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expiLocatum is looking for a Capital Project Engineer to lead capital improvements in a fast-moving food plant. This role involves driving project execution, coordinating construction, and managing contractors while focusing on long-term capital investment strategies.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
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 keep 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
Qualification
Required
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
Benefits
Relocation available for the right candidate
Private equity-backed company with a multi-year investment plan in facility growth and automation
Be part of a stable, established operation that’s upgrading systems without the chaos
Direct access to decision-makers and a clear lane to get projects done
Company
iLocatum
iLocatum is an executive search firm representing job openings in virtually every industry and job function across the country.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase