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Project Engineer
TruRoots —Chico, CA
- $86,000 - $107,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Travel
- Senior level
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Senior Project Engineer - Roadway Engineer
BKF —Chico, CA
- $103,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
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- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Junior Electrical Project Engineer - Data Center Construction
VADD Construction Services —United States
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Paid holidays
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Electrical Project Engineer
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Microsoft Excel
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Lead Construction Project Engineer- Dam Project
Thalle Construction Company —United States
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- CAD
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Heavy Civil Project Engineer
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Construction site
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- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Heavy Civil Project Engineer
Thalle Construction Company —United States
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Project Manager/Engineer - Water Treatment
ENTACT —United States
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- Microsoft Outlook
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Project Manager- Wastewater Treatment Plant
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Civil engineering
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Civil Engineer / Project Manager
Civil & Survey, LLC —United States
- $95,000 - $135,000 a year
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- Mid-level
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Project Engineer

TruRoots
Chico, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$86,000 - $107,000 a year

Qualifications

Project engineering
GMP
Manufacturing facility experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production
Managing projects
Factory experience
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

PROJECT ENGINEER – TRUROOTS (CHICO, CA)
Salary $86,000 - $107,000

About TruRoots
TruRoots Company is a leading natural and organic food manufacturer rooted in sustainable practices—from farm to fridge—under brands such as TruRoots™, R.W. Knudsen™, and Santa Cruz Organic™. Our Chico, CA facility is recognized for product quality, environmental stewardship, waste reduction, water conservation, renewable electricity, and adherence to a Zero Waste to landfill strategy.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Project Engineer is a key technical and project leader responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of capital projects and manufacturing improvements at the Chico facility. This role drives plant performance through engineering solutions that enhance reliability, throughput, safety, and operational efficiency.
The Project Engineer leads cross-functional initiatives from concept through implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with operational and business objectives. The position partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, R&D, and Supply Chain to support manufacturing excellence, process optimization, and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Project & Capital Management (Primary Focus)

Lead end-to-end execution of capital projects, including scope development, feasibility analysis, design, budgeting, vendor selection, installation, commissioning, and project closeout.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and cost estimates; monitor progress and ensure alignment with financial and operational targets.
Manage contractors, vendors, and engineering partners to ensure compliance with design specifications, safety standards, GMP, and food safety requirements.
Oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and validation activities (CQV).
Establish and maintain engineering standards, documentation, and project governance processes.

Manufacturing & Operations Engineering

Drive improvements in equipment reliability, line efficiency, and overall plant performance.
Analyze production data to identify losses, downtime drivers, and process inefficiencies; implement corrective actions.
Partner with Operations and Maintenance to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement sustainable solutions.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, TPM, Kaizen, or similar methodologies.
Support automation, controls, and process enhancements to improve productivity and consistency.
Provide technical guidance and training to operators and maintenance teams.

Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement

Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to reduce variation, waste, and defects while maintaining product quality.
Support scale-up and commercialization of new products and technologies.
Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, capacity improvements, and sustainability initiatives.
Ensure processes comply with regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

Packaging Engineering (Supporting Function)

Support packaging-related projects as part of broader capital and process initiatives.
Evaluate packaging systems for manufacturability, efficiency, and compatibility with production equipment.
Participate in packaging trials, line validations, and material evaluations as needed.
Collaborate with R&D and Supply Chain on packaging improvements aligned with operational capabilities.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Serve as the engineering liaison across Operations, Quality, R&D, and Supply Chain.
Support new product introductions, equipment upgrades, and process changes.
Maintain and organize technical documentation, including layouts, P&IDs, specifications, SOPs, and validation records.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or related field).
Minimum 3–5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (food, beverage, or CPG preferred).
Demonstrated experience managing capital projects and leading cross-functional initiatives.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, equipment, and process optimization.
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM).
Familiarity with automation, controls, or PLC systems preferred.
Ability to analyze data, solve complex problems, and implement practical engineering solutions.
Working knowledge of GMPs, food safety standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Proficiency with CAD or engineering design tools (preferred but not primary focus).

WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE

Based on-site at the Chico manufacturing facility.
Requires regular presence on the production floor with exposure to machinery and moderate noise.
Schedule aligned with production needs; flexibility for off-shifts, weekends, and project execution phases is required.
Occasional travel to vendors, suppliers, or partner facilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TruRoots is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

In compliance with federal and state employment laws, TruRoots prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants based on these protective characteristics. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer compensation, benefits, training, and termination.

We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond compliance with the law. It is integral to our culture and central to our success as an organization.

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