Regional Project Engineer

Position Overview

As a premier global food provider, the OSI Group partners with the world’s leading foodservice and retail brands to deliver concept-to-table solutions that delight consumers worldwide. In this role as Regional Project Engineer, you will manage regional capital projects from concept through design, costing, installation, start-up, and follow-up assessment. You will work closely with plant personnel and leadership to develop capital appropriation budgets, lead project efforts, and ensure adherence to quality, timelines, and safety procedures.

This is a Full-Time position located in OSI-Aurora, IL (Aurora, IL 60504, USA). Salary Range: $133,600 USD to $200,400 USD +Bonus. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as an individual contributor while collaborating with plant personnel and regional leadership.
• Develop capital appropriation budgets and provide input on engineering, purchasing, and installation requirements.
• Lead and manage assigned projects ensuring they meet timelines, budgets, and quality requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute capital projects cost-effectively in accordance with corporate and production requirements.
• Generate preliminary cost estimates and develop project CRFs (Capital Request for Funding) while managing ongoing costs.
• Solicit, review, and obtain approval on bids for project work and equipment, manage vendor selections and cost negotiations, and approve invoicing.
• Oversee construction management, document retention, start-up, training, and acceptance progress for each project.
• Maintain detailed project records including action plans, timelines, roles, responsibilities, cost tracking, and status reports.
• Review project records periodically to assess progress, challenges, and opportunities for learning across operations.
• Provide technical engineering and project management support to other divisions as needed.
• Develop and maintain department technical specifications as part of continuous improvement efforts.
• Adhere to and promote appropriate safety procedures through education, training, and use of protective equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in a related field is preferred.
• Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Experience in capital plan and capital project management (preferably in meat or other food industries).
• Knowledge of refrigeration, steam, and wastewater systems is a plus.
• Proficient in use of laptops and MS suite products.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil, industrial, etc.) or equivalent experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Bonus opportunities based on performance.
• Comprehensive time off policy.
• 401k with match and a full suite of benefit offerings for you and your family.
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.