CAPEX Project Engineer

1440 Foods Manufacturing•Jeffersonville, IN

About The Position

1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company on a mission to help energize people to unleash their potential with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands: Pure Protein® nutrition bars; and Body Fortress® high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx® high-performance meal replacements; and FitCrunch® delicious high protein snacks. Join our fun, fast-paced company to be a part of growing 1440 Foods into the future! Position Overview: The CAPEX Project Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering capital investment (CAPEX) projects within the food manufacturing facility. This role ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The engineer collaborates cross-functionally with operations, quality, maintenance, and external vendors to support facility growth, efficiency improvements, and innovation initiatives.

Requirements

Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and scheduling
Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations (GMP, HACCP, FDA/USDA requirements)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment specifications
Experience with process design, packaging systems, and/or automation in food manufacturing
Familiarity with utilities systems (HVAC, steam, refrigeration, compressed air, water systems)
Proficiency in project management tools and software
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles
High attention to detail with a strong focus on safety and compliance
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related field)
3–7+ years of experience in project engineering, preferably in food or consumer goods manufacturing
Proven experience managing CAPEX projects in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Experience working in regulated environments with food safety or quality requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP and/or CMMS systems preferred
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification preferred

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end execution of CAPEX projects, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and implementation
Develop and manage project budgets, timelines, and resource plans
Coordinate with internal stakeholders (operations, QA, maintenance, safety) to define project requirements
Manage external contractors, vendors, and equipment suppliers
Ensure compliance with food safety standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP), regulatory requirements, and company policies
Oversee equipment installation, commissioning, and validation
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
Track and report project performance, including cost control and schedule adherence
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to process efficiency, capacity expansion, and cost reduction
Support plant reliability and maintenance strategies through engineering solutions
Maintain accurate documentation including drawings, specifications, and SOP updates