Project Engineer - Plant Capital Projects & Safety Lead

Illinois Ag; Channahon (IL); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunge in Channahon, Illinois is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the design and construction of capital projects, coordinate with consultants, and drive safety, risk management, and efficiency improvements across the plant.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 6–9 years of plant operations experience, with strong CAD and project software skills. This is a full‑time on‑site position with a compensation range aligned to market norms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, agricultural, electrical, or chemical engineering.
• 6-9 years of experience in plant operations, maintenance and safety.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and construction of new projects and modifications to improve efficiency.
• Coordinate with outside consultants/contractors to ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery.
• Develop equipment specs, cost estimates, and bid packages; manage safety and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Bunge in Channahon, Illinois is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the design and construction of capital projects, coordinate with consultants, and drive safety, risk management, and efficiency improvements across the plant.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 6–9 years of plant operations experience, with strong CAD and project software skills. This is a full‑time on‑site position with a compensation range aligned to market norms.