Senior Capital Project Engineer

Liberty Diversified International; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 101,460 - 126,825; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Liberty Diversified International (LDI) seeks a Senior Capital Project Engineer to manage engineering and facilities projects at our New Hope, Minnesota headquarters. You will lead capital equipment installs, document plants, and optimize manufacturing layouts while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

The role reports to the Director of Engineering and requires strong CAD skills, project leadership, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related technical field.
• At least five (5) years of related experience in mechanical design, capital planning, process engineering, or manufacturing.
• Expert in creating drawings and layouts using CAD software.
• Self-directed with strong time management and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital equipment installations and document existing plants.
• Lead safety-focused project planning and hazard analyses.
• Oversee on-site installations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Create layouts and collaborate with manufacturing teams on designs.

Skills

CAD drawings

Project management

Hazard analysis

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

CAD software

JD Edwards system

Job description

Description

Our Senior Capital Project Engineer is responsible for managing engineering and facilities projects, including theinstallation of mechanical and electrical equipment, manufacturing systems, and processes that support the needs of Liberty Diversified International (LDI). This role will collaborate on assigned projects, operational excellence, and other assignments as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to be a part of a high-growth company with an entrepreneurial spirit and a fast-paced, results-oriented culture.

This full-time position will report directly to the Director of Engineering and is located at LDI's corporate headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure a safe work environment and environmental stewardship remain top priorities.
• Conduct thorough hazard analysis for all projects before their commencement and ensure that safety remains a top priority throughout each project.
• Serve as project manager or team member for the installation of capital equipment, document existing plants, specify needed equipment, and oversee onsite installations.
• Ensure that manufacturing systems comply with relevant industry and business standards.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives by leading and participating in improvement teams.
• Utilize specialized software to create new models and drawings of buildings, equipment, plant layouts, utilities, etc.
• Research new manufacturing methods and equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
• Organize and maintain current engineering records.
• Create layout drawings and collaborate with the manufacturing team to confirm designs.
• Learn JD Edwards or a similar system, focusing on work orders, preventive maintenance, inventory management, bills of materials, and spare parts, and assist the plants as needed.
• Assist the Facilities Manager as directed.
• Travel to various LDI locations as needed (approximately 30% of the time).

• Other duties, as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• At least five (5) years of related experience, such as mechanical design, capital planning, process engineering, and/or manufacturing.
• Possess a high level of technical expertise, continuously applying skills to improve processes while maintaining maximum safety standards.
• Knowledgeable about operational safety requirements in a manufacturing environment, with the ability to apply and adhere to procedures as mandated by regulatory bodies.
• Expert in creating drawings and layouts using relevant CAD software.
• Self-directed and adept at managing time effectively to complete assignments on time.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and collaborate in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all organizational levels, including those over whom there is no direct authority.
• Exceptional organizational skills and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Master's degree in engineering or a related technical field.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting base salary range for this position is $101,460 - $126,825 per year. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below the posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks
• Manual and finger dexterity used regularly with some repetitive finger motions
• Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision; able to identify colors, small letters, and numbers; hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus
• Hearing and speaking
• Other conditions may include frequent reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, and gripping.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota, Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics, and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom Solutions and Quarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.