Project Engineer
AJI Technical Search & Consulting
Ottumwa, IA · $100k–$140k a year · Posted October 19, 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing pays about $120,000 a year. Across 430 open project engineer listings that state pay, the middle half runs $83,500 to $112,500 and the median is $100,000. That is 20% above the median, above the middle half of those listings.
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About the job
TWO OPENINGS AS OF SEP. 1st. !!!!
The Senior Capital Project Engineer will plan, support, and where applicable, execute engineering deliverables for one or more of our broad core technology or engineering area. We seek a professional who will develop and apply engineering standards and procedures, providing advice on issues within the engineering field.
Key Accountabilities
Plan, design and estimate time and cost, overseeing construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, systems and components.
Analyze and develop solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or the causes of component failures.
Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
Coordinate staffing and development of construction, commissioning, and start-up plans.
Lead equipment specification and procurement. Develop, review, and award bid packages for equipment and labor.
Informally lead, mentor, and coach early career engineers through hands-on training and project work.
Will manage multimillion dollar budgets.
Ensure compliance with food safety standards.