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Capital Project Engineer

Michigan Milk Producers Assoc Ovid, MI

Ovid, MI

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Full time Automation Capital Projects Controls Engineering

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Job Description

The Capital Project Engineer at Michigan Milk Producers Assoc partners across teams to deliver capital projects that protect plant integrity and improve manufacturing performance.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with plant leadership, Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance to find capital opportunities that improve reliability, capacity, throughput, safety, and overall operational performance.
Own capital project scope development, including conceptual designs, technical alternatives, cost estimates, and project schedules.
Support creation of annual and long-range capital plans.
Identify modernization and improvement opportunities to reduce production constraints and strengthen manufacturing capability for future growth.
Develop technical documentation and business cases to support capital project approvals.
Lead approved capital projects from concept through completion, including coordination of contractors, vendors, engineering consultants, and equipment suppliers.
Maintain project controls including budgets, schedules, forecasts, and progress reporting.
Coordinate construction and installation work while minimizing disruption to ongoing production.
Manage project scope, technical changes, risks, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with quality standards.
Work with Manufacturing Engineering to translate manufacturing needs and performance objectives into capital solutions.
Partner with Maintenance to ensure equipment is reliable, maintainable, and integrated into maintenance systems.
Engage Operations teams across planning, execution, startup, and commissioning activities.
Coordinate with Automation and OT teams for projects involving controls, SCADA systems, automation, and plant networks.
Incorporate applicable food safety, quality, environmental, and safety requirements in project design.
Lead equipment commissioning, startup, and performance verification activities.
Establish and validate project acceptance criteria.
Coordinate training for operators and maintenance personnel.
Support Management of Change (MOC) requirements and documentation.
Ensure turnover packages include drawings, manuals, asset information, and other required documentation.
Complete closeout activities and capture lessons learned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum 5 years of engineering and/or capital project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proven experience managing projects from concept through commissioning and startup.
Experience working with contractors, vendors, engineering consultants, and equipment suppliers.
Strong understanding of industrial equipment, manufacturing systems, and project management principles.
Experience with project estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and financial control.
Strong technical problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of manufacturing operations, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement principles.
Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Technologies

SCADA
Controls
Automation
Plant networks
SCADA systems

Benefits

Competitive salary
Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Retirement including 401k with employer contributions
Personal and professional growth opportunities
Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
Employee wellness initiatives
Employee feedback and suggestion forums

Preferred Qualifications

Food, dairy, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing experience.
Experience with high-volume processing or packaging operations.
Experience with industrial utilities, facility infrastructure, automation, or controls systems.
Familiarity with food safety programs such as SQF.
Experience with Management of Change (MOC) processes.
Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or PMP certification.

Key Competencies

Project Leadership and Execution
Technical and Engineering Expertise
Strategic Planning and Prioritization
Financial and Budget Management
Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Risk Assessment and Management
Communication and Stakeholder Management
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Accountability and Results Orientation

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in manufacturing, construction, and industrial environments.
Ability to move throughout production areas, utility spaces, and active project sites.
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and elevated platforms as needed.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to occasionally lift and carry project-related materials or equipment.
Ability to support project activities outside of normal business hours when required.

Location: Ovid, MI (onsite)

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