Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Position Title: Project Engineer

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Grade: Grade 05

Location: Wisconsin Rapids, WI (HWY 54 Fry Facility)

Requisition : 42100

Job Family: Manufacturing

Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.

McCain Foods is accepting applications for a Project Engineer position at the Plover, WI plant. This role leads the development, design, and execution of capital engineering projects supporting plant operations, expansions, and new technologies. The position works within a matrix organization to deliver safe, efficient project start‑ups and long‑term operational improvements.

• Lead capital engineering projects from scope definition through installation, startup, and handover while meeting budget and schedule expectations
• Oversee equipment and system design reviews, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and safety principles
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external contractors to drive projects from concept to launch
• Develop capital justifications and REAs; manage bids, procurement coordination, supplier engagement, and site visits
• Support continuous improvement through new process technologies, technical problem resolution, and documentation management

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical) or equivalent experience
• Up to five (5) years of engineering experience preferred, ideally in food manufacturing or processing
• Strong project management, problem‑solving, and influencing skills in a matrix environment
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and standard business software
• Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills with willingness to travel (35–45%)

• Regular standing, walking, reaching, and use of hands
• Occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, or crawling
• Ability to occasionally lift or move items up to approximately 10 lbs
• Visual acuity for close work, distance viewing, and focus adjustment
• Ability to work safely in environments with wet conditions, moving equipment, fumes, noise, and electrical exposure

• Paid Holidays and PTO
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401k with 6% employer match
• Adoption Assistance
• Infertility Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Assistance
• And more

$85,500.00 - $ USD annually + Bonus eligibility. The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family‑owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.