Capital Projects Leader, Engineering – On‑Site Chicago

Chicago Corporate HQ (Bryn Mawr); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

401k and Employee incentives

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Newly Weds Foods is seeking a seasoned Corporate Engineering professional to lead capital projects from concept through commissioning on our Chicago Campus. Expect heavy cross-functional collaboration, strict budget control, and coordination with facilities and finance teams.

You will manage design, procurement, field installation, and start-up, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while delivering projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or equivalent experience.
• 5–10+ years of project management experience.
• CAD knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from concept to completion including scope development, budgets, design, procurement and commissioning.
• Develop scope of work, preliminary budgets, cost estimates, equipment specs and bid documents.
• Oversee design, procurement, construction, installation and startup to meet objectives within budget and schedule.
• Coordinate with vendors, manage requisitions and track invoices.

Skills

Project management

Food manufacturing

CAD

Multi-project management

Electrical controls

Process controls

Willing to relocate

Travel 60-70%

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Newly Weds Foods is seeking a seasoned Corporate Engineering professional to lead capital projects from concept through commissioning on our Chicago Campus. Expect heavy cross-functional collaboration, strict budget control, and coordination with facilities and finance teams.

You will manage design, procurement, field installation, and start-up, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while delivering projects on time and within budget.