Senior Project Engineer (Industrial Utilities Systems)

Leprino; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A global food manufacturing company in Denver is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to enhance the reliability and efficiency of utility systems across multiple facilities. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and significant project management experience, particularly in industrial utilities. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $115,000 to $140,000 with a target bonus of 12%.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in leading capital projects related to industrial utilities.
• Ability to travel up to 70%.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage projects to improve utilities systems across facilities.
• Lead capital efforts including electrical power generation and water treatment.
• Participate in facility audits to assess utility infrastructure.

Skills

Project management

Utility systems expertise

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Job description

Senior Project Engineer (Industrial Utilities Systems)

Senior Project Engineer (Industrial Utilities Systems)

This range is provided by Leprino. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$114,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Leprino

Within our Corporate Project Engineering team located in Denver – Leprino is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Industrial Utilities Systems) to move our organization to an even larger levels of infrastructure reliability and energy efficiency! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $115,000 and $140,000. This position has an annual target bonus of 12%.

Candidates Please Note: Candidates with fewer years of experience shouldn't be discouraged from applying - we may consider hiring at the Project Engineer I or II level depending on background and fit.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and manage projects that improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of utilities systems across multiple Leprino facilities.
• Lead utility-focused capital efforts including generation and distribution of electrical power, incoming water treatment, steam, compressed air, HVAC, hydronic, and ammonia refrigeration systems across concept through commissioning.
• Participate in facility audits to assess utility infrastructure and recommend upgrades that support growth, energy efficiency, and equipment performance.
• Write scopes of work, gather quotes, and support budgets for capital project development — you’ll help shape our investments from the ground up!
• Coordinate closely with external consultants, utility companies, contractors, and plant teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor installation progress, perform site inspections, and support startup and commissioning of new systems — including safety and operational training.
• Partner with our engineering and maintenance groups to evaluate long-term utility system health, identify performance gaps, and implement improvements.
• Support compliance activities for utility systems with OSHA, EPA, DHS, and other regulatory groups.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by developing conservation strategies that reduce energy consumption and support our greenhouse gas reduction goals.

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
• A minimum of seven years of experience leading capital projects related to industrial utilities (ammonia refrigeration, boiler and steam systems, air compressors, high-voltage power, etc.).
• The ability to travel up to 70%.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience working on multi-site industrial utilities projects, especially those involving co-generation or GHG-reduction initiatives.
• Background in designing or managing projects involving large scale, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards, relay protection schemes, and collaboration with utility companies during project implementation.

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Our Story:

Leprino’s history dates back to the 1950s, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” From a small corner grocery store we have grown to over 5,500 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?

While we review LinkedIn Easy Apply submissions and may reach out for an initial conversation, they are considered an inquiry rather than an official application. To be formally considered for this position, please apply directly at careers.leprinofoods.com.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Utilities

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Leprino by 2x

Inferred from the description for this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Get notified when a new job is posted.

Sign in to set job alerts for “Project Engineer” roles.

Mechanical Project Engineer - Warehouse Automation

Denver, CO $90,000.00-$120,000.00 3 weeks ago

Denver, CO $55,000.00-$65,000.00 3 weeks ago

Greenwood Village, CO $30.00-$35.00 2 weeks ago

Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly (All Levels)

Louisville, CO $90,000.00-$160,000.00 3 months ago

Manufacturing Engineer - Stator (All Levels)

Louisville, CO $90,000.00-$160,000.00 3 months ago

Denver, CO $50,000.00-$50,000.00 3 days ago

Broomfield, CO $75,000.00-$80,000.00 1 week ago

Broomfield, CO $75,000.00-$140,000.00 6 days ago

Denver, CO $54,000.00-$65,000.00 2 weeks ago

Broomfield, CO $90,000.00-$140,000.00 1 week ago

Denver, CO $75,000.00-$90,000.00 6 months ago

Boulder, CO $65,000.00-$85,000.00 1 day ago

Englewood, CO $80,000.00-$105,000.00 1 week ago

Denver, CO $67,900.00-$84,900.00 1 month ago

Denver, CO $99,000.00-$125,000.00 2 months ago

Denver, CO $110,000.00-$140,000.00 2 weeks ago

Lafayette, CO $75,000.00-$105,000.00 2 weeks ago

Lafayette, CO $75,000.00-$105,000.00 2 weeks ago

Littleton, CO $70,000.00-$85,000.00 2 months ago

Englewood, CO $80,000.00-$105,000.00 1 week ago

Denver, CO $65,000.00-$75,000.00 2 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.