Engineering Project Manager

DIDION, Inc.; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative Work Environment

Career Growth Opportunities

Team Collaboration

Commitment to Sustainability

Job summary

Didion, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead major capital projects in biofuels manufacturing.

You will manage projects from concept through startup, collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Safety, and Leadership to deliver practical, sustainable solutions in a growing business. You will own scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and contractor management, driving equipment upgrades and facility expansion while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across our ethanol and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of engineering, project management, or capital project experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading projects from concept through implementation and startup.
• Strong budgeting, contractor management, commissioning, and project controls.
• Experience in ethanol, renewable fuels, grain processing, food manufacturing, chemical processing, or other continuous-process environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects through planning, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, contractors, and project risks.
• Develop scopes of work, bid packages, contractor strategies, and execution plans.
• Drive equipment upgrades, process improvements, and facility expansion initiatives.
• Collaborate across Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Safety, and Leadership teams to deliver practical, sustainable solutions.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Contractor management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Lead Major Capital Projects That Shape the Future of Biofuels Manufacturing

At Didion, you'll lead major capital investments that improve production capacity, reliability, safety, and operational performance across our biofuels manufacturing operations. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, and Leadership teams, you'll own projects from concept development through commissioning and startup while helping shape the future of a growing business. This role focuses on leading significant capital projects, managing engineering partnerships and contractors, and delivering results that have a lasting impact on our operations.

Why Engineers Choose Didion

Lead major capital projects from concept through startup

Own projects from idea to implementation

Work directly with operational leaders and decision-makers

Partner closely with plant teams to solve real-world challenges

See your work come to life in the field

Make a visible impact on a growing organization

What You'll Own

Lead capital projects through planning, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup

Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, contractors, and project risks

Develop scopes of work, bid packages, contractor strategies, and execution plans

Drive equipment upgrades, process improvements, and facility expansion initiatives

Support capital investment planning and business case development

Collaborate across Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Safety, and Leadership teams to deliver practical, sustainable solutions

Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and aligned with operational goals

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

5+ years of engineering, project management, or capital project experience in an industrial manufacturing environment

Experience leading projects from concept through implementation and startup

Strong understanding of budgeting, contractor management, commissioning, and project controls

Experience in ethanol, renewable fuels, grain processing, food manufacturing, chemical processing, or other continuous-process manufacturing environments preferred

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead meaningful projects, influence major investments, and help shape the future of manufacturing, we'd love to connect.

Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply. Selection will be based on qualifications related to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

At Didion, we believe in the power of innovation, dedication, and collaboration. As a leading force in the agribusiness industry, we are proud of our commitment to quality, precision, and creating solutions that make a lasting impact. But even more, we are proud of our commitment to our team.

• Innovative Work Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals who thrive in an innovative and dynamic workplace. We embrace cutting-edge technologies and are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Bring your ideas, and we’ll give them a voice.
• Career Growth Opportunities: At Didion, we invest in our people. Our commitment to team member development means that you’ll have access to training programs, frequent check-ins, mentorship, continued education, and opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• Team Collaboration: We believe that the best solutions come from collaborative brainstorming. Join a team where your input is valued and learn alongside experts who are dedicated to achieving excellence in every project.
• Commitment to Sustainability: Be part of a company that is dedicated to environmentally responsible practices, both in industry and in agriculture. At Didion, we are committed to sustainability and minimizing our environmental footprint.