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Capital Project Engineer

Bothell, WA ยท On-site +1

$107K - $136K/yr

The City is looking for an effective, organized, and team oriented professional Capital Project Engineer to manage capital projects from design through construction and play a major role in the ...

Capital Project Engineer

Bothell, WA ยท Hybrid

$107K - $136K/yr

The City is looking for an effective, organized, and team oriented professional Capital Project Engineer to manage capital projects from design through construction and play a major role in the ...

Capital Project Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI ยท On-site

$83K - $108K/yr

Capital Project Engineer III/IV Salary: $83,000 - $108,000 (salary will be commensurate with experience) Benefits offered for this opportunity: Non-Union Benefits Summary The City of Ann Arbor offers ...

Position: Sr. Capital Project Engineer_2017-105462 Location: Nashville, TN, 37115 Duration: Full-Time Description: * Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an ...

Job Purpose and Impact The Capital Project Engineer III will plan, coordinate and monitor internal projects from initiation through completion. In this role you will coordinate and direct activities ...

Job Purpose and Impact The Capital Project Engineer III will plan, coordinate and monitor internal projects from initiation through completion. In this role you will coordinate and direct activities ...

Job Purpose and Impact The Capital Project Engineer III will plan, coordinate and monitor internal projects from initiation through completion. In this role you will coordinate and direct activities ...

Job Purpose and Impact 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.

Senior Capital Project Engineer

Eddyville, IA ยท On-site

$94K - $123K/yr

Job Purpose and Impact 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.

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How much do contractual capital project engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual capital project engineer in the United States is $103,262.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Capital Project Engineer vs Contractual Construction Engineer?

AspectContractual Capital Project EngineerContractual Construction Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, PMP or similar certifications often preferredBachelor's in Engineering or Construction Management, relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with site visits, project planning, and coordinationPrimarily on-site overseeing construction activities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in infrastructure, energy, and industrial projectsCommon in construction and civil engineering projects

The Contractual Capital Project Engineer focuses on managing project budgets, planning, and contractual aspects of capital projects, often involving multiple stakeholders and detailed planning. In contrast, the Contractual Construction Engineer primarily oversees on-site construction activities, ensuring work complies with plans and safety standards. Both roles require engineering credentials and involve site visits, but their core responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Capital Project Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,262 per year, or $49.6 per hour.

Senior Capital Project Engineer

Three Point Solutions, Inc.

Fort Dodge, IA โ€ข On-site

$95K - $124K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Senior Capital Project Engineer
Client: Food & Beverages Industry
Duration: Full Time Position
Location: Fort Dodge, Iowa, 50501
Short Description
This position is located in Fort Dodge, IA. Relocation is provided.
Description
Job Purpose and Impact:
The Senior Capital Project Engineer will plan, support, and execute capital project engineering deliverables at our Fort Dodge, IA bio-refinery campus. The Fort Dodge site is part of the company's corn milling and texturizing solutions business and includes 5 different departments from corn milling to ethanol.
The Senior Capital Project Engineer will primarily focus on mid to large-sized capital projects from design to startup, while overseeing construction management, considering safety, schedule efficiency, cost management, and documentation.
This professional will actively develop and apply engineering standards, project management procedures, and provide advice on issues within their engineering scope.
Key Accountabilities
  • Lead the development of capital project scope, schedule, and budget while following project management deliverables and best practices.
  • Coordinate staffing and development of construction, commissioning, and start-up plans.
  • Assist operations in troubleshooting and optimization activities.
  • Perform process engineering for individual projects as needed to meet project objectives.
  • Lead equipment specification and procurement.
  • Develop, review, and award bid packages for equipment and labor.
  • Analyze and develop solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems.
  • Address causes of component failures.
  • Design and improve manufacturing processes, instruments, and equipment.
  • Test manufactured products to maintain quality.
  • Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision.
  • Escalate only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
  • Informally lead, mentor, and coach early career engineers through hands-on training and project work.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of four years of related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum of eight years of related engineering experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Ag/Biosystems, or related Engineering degree.
  • Demonstrated ability to execute large capital projects or portfolio of projects.
  • Previous experience in chemical, food, or related industry.
  • Ability and desire to travel domestically to other network plants and locations to support capital project work.
  • Ability and desire to work hands-on in a fast-paced and technical plant environment.
Candidate Details
  • 2+ to 5 years experience
  • Seniority Level: Associate
  • Management Experience Required: No
  • Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree
  • Willingness to Travel: Never

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