McCain Foods-posted 4 months ago
$85,500 - $114,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
5,001-10,000 employees
Food Manufacturing

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will be planning and delivering engineering projects for the McCain North America within agreed budgets, timeframes, and standards. This includes the preparation and delivery of detailed scopes of work, preparing budgets, planning and allocating project resources, and keeping stakeholders and internal clients informed throughout the entire process via a structured communication scheme.

  • Delivery of projects and engineering activities, including major capital projects, operational support and commissioning, qualification and validation (CQV) of buildings, utilities and equipment.
  • Efficiently planning, developing and completing technical projects.
  • Manage the progress and financial aspects of your own projects, and supervise the projects carried out by local engineers.
  • Manage the Capex budget for the relevant location.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive, detailed project documentation.
  • Perform appropriate risk management to minimize project risks.
  • Ensure Health & Safety & Food Safety requirements are delivered to the highest standard.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with all major suppliers/vendors.
  • Lead the design, review, and approval of electrical distribution systems and power infrastructure.
  • Ensure the integration of control systems with the plant's operational requirements.
  • Oversee the installation of electrical wiring, switchgear, transformers, and control systems during the construction phase.
  • Lead the commissioning and start-up activities for process equipment, and electrical and automation systems.
  • Ensure the selection and installation of accurate and reliable instrumentation for process monitoring and control.
  • Establish procedures for the ongoing maintenance of electrical and control systems.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or a related field (master's degree preferred).
  • Strong understanding of industrial automation systems including PLC/SCADA, DCS, and HMI systems.
  • Experienced with power distribution systems, including transformers, switchgear, and electrical protection systems.
  • Proficient in instrumentation and process control systems (e.g., flow meters, temperature sensors, and pressure transmitters).
  • Familiar with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP.
  • Strong knowledge of project management principles and engineering best practices.
  • Budgeting and cost control expertise.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Results-oriented approach to lead projects to success.
  • Demonstrating leadership in the face of setbacks and conflicts of interest.
  • High level of computer literacy and ability to analyze data.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Willingness to travel as needed.
  • Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug)
  • Retirement savings benefits
  • Leave support including medical, family and bereavement
  • Vacation and holidays
  • Company-supported volunteering time
  • Mental health resources
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