iLocatum
Capital Project Engineer – Food Manufacturing
iLocatum, Mason City, Iowa, United States, 50401
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iLocatum Location: Mason City, IA
Schedule: On-site | Monday through Friday
Looking to lead capital improvements inside a fast-moving food plant? This role puts you right in the middle of it all, driving project execution, working closely with operations, and helping shape the future layout, automation, and infrastructure of a food facility.
This isn’t a behind-the-desk engineering role. You’ll be out on the floor, solving problems, coordinating construction, and managing contractors while also working with leadership to plan long-term capital investment strategies that stick.
Responsibilities
Lead facility and equipment upgrades, including packaging lines, automation, refrigeration and warehousing Handle full-cycle project execution, including design, budgeting, procurement, and implementation Manage construction vendors, timelines, and all contractor activity across active project sites Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and purchasing to align project priorities Own capital budgets keep a tight handle on cost control and documentation Create CAD drawings and engineering documentation for new installs and layout changes Help design and implement systems for mixing, pumping, conveying, and filling across RTE lines Identify infrastructure needs that support long-term plant efficiency and food safety Train internal teams on new equipment and support preventive maintenance schedules
Requirements
BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical Engineering discipline is required or an equivalent of 10+ years of capital project management experience 7+ years of experience running capital projects in a food, chemical, packaging, consumer goods or closely related industry Proficiency in CAD and hands-on project design and planning Experience coordinating large construction and equipment installs in food-grade environments Strong track record of managing contractors and staying on budget Clear communicator who can operate across departments and see the big picture Working knowledge of FDA regulations and plant safety standards
Perks:
Salary range: $120K–$140K plus bonus Relocation available for the right candidate Private equity-backed company with a multi-year investment plan in facility growth and automation Be part of a stable, established operation that’s upgrading systems without the chaos Direct access to decision-makers and a clear lane to get projects done
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Capital Project Engineer
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iLocatum 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Capital Project Engineer
role at
iLocatum Location: Mason City, IA
Schedule: On-site | Monday through Friday
Looking to lead capital improvements inside a fast-moving food plant? This role puts you right in the middle of it all, driving project execution, working closely with operations, and helping shape the future layout, automation, and infrastructure of a food facility.
This isn’t a behind-the-desk engineering role. You’ll be out on the floor, solving problems, coordinating construction, and managing contractors while also working with leadership to plan long-term capital investment strategies that stick.
Responsibilities
Lead facility and equipment upgrades, including packaging lines, automation, refrigeration and warehousing Handle full-cycle project execution, including design, budgeting, procurement, and implementation Manage construction vendors, timelines, and all contractor activity across active project sites Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and purchasing to align project priorities Own capital budgets keep a tight handle on cost control and documentation Create CAD drawings and engineering documentation for new installs and layout changes Help design and implement systems for mixing, pumping, conveying, and filling across RTE lines Identify infrastructure needs that support long-term plant efficiency and food safety Train internal teams on new equipment and support preventive maintenance schedules
Requirements
BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical Engineering discipline is required or an equivalent of 10+ years of capital project management experience 7+ years of experience running capital projects in a food, chemical, packaging, consumer goods or closely related industry Proficiency in CAD and hands-on project design and planning Experience coordinating large construction and equipment installs in food-grade environments Strong track record of managing contractors and staying on budget Clear communicator who can operate across departments and see the big picture Working knowledge of FDA regulations and plant safety standards
Perks:
Salary range: $120K–$140K plus bonus Relocation available for the right candidate Private equity-backed company with a multi-year investment plan in facility growth and automation Be part of a stable, established operation that’s upgrading systems without the chaos Direct access to decision-makers and a clear lane to get projects done
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at iLocatum by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Project Engineer” roles.
Mason City, IA $80,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago Osage, IA $69,800.00-$110,200.00 4 months ago Osage, IA $83,500.00-$108,500.00 4 weeks ago Engineer Intern - Mechanical (Summer 2026)
Garner, IA $63,500.00-$101,700.00 1 month ago Engineer Intern - Manufacturing (Summer 2026)
Engineer Intern - Electrical (Summer 2026)
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