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Senior Project Engineer

Agropur · Wisconsin Appleton, WI · $102,600–$122,100 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 18, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Walk me through a capital project you led from scope to startup. What was the budget and how did it finish?

What they are checking: Whether they have truly owned projects end to end with real cost and schedule accountability.

Tell me about a time you had to solve a complex technical problem with a cross-functional team.

What they are checking: Collaboration and problem-solving in a fast-paced team, which the posting emphasizes.

Tell me about a project that did not go well. What would you do differently?

What they are checking: Honest reflection and learning, which signals maturity in senior engineers.

What would you do

Your project is running over budget halfway through. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they escalate early with options instead of hiding the problem until it is too late.

How do you get operations and maintenance input before you finalize a design?

What they are checking: Whether they involve the people who will run and fix the equipment, which prevents costly rework.

This role travels 25 to 50 percent across Wisconsin plants. How do you manage projects at sites you are not at every day?

What they are checking: Ability to coordinate remotely and keep projects moving between site visits.

About the work

How do you build a project schedule and track deliverables across contractors and internal teams?

What they are checking: Practical project management skills, since the role sets goals, tracks deliverables and reports out.

What is your experience with sanitary design for dairy or food processing equipment?

What they are checking: Knowledge of 3-A standards and hygienic design, which matter for any project in a dairy plant.

How do you manage contractor safety during installation in a running food plant?

What they are checking: Awareness of permits, food safety barriers and contractor oversight during construction.

How do you justify a project financially to leadership?

What they are checking: Ability to build a business case with payback, ROI and risk reduction.

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The full job description

As published by Agropur.

Job Type: Regular People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. We believe that teamwork—collaborating and sharing perspectives—is essential to achieving the best results. An environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued: Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance • 401(k) with 7% company contributions • 3 weeks Paid Time Off • Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays • Paid parental leave • Advancement Opportunities • Salary range 006: $102,600 - $122,100 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.) • Travel Requirement: 25% - 50% We are looking for a Sr. Project Engineer in Appleton, WI or Weyauwega, WI or Little Chute, WI or Luxemburg, WI. The Senior Project Engineer works collaboratively with fast-paced cross-functional teams to solve complex issues, set goals, track deliverables, and report out. The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for conducting engineering assessments, cost estimates, design requirements and execution of capital projects. This position works closely with plant management/corporate functions on development of project scope, process design, capital and expense estimates, contractor/vendor selection, equipment specifications and purchases, implementation timeline and coordination of execution plans. The Senior Project Engineer reviews deliverables prepared by construction team. How you will contribute to collective success: • Apply company methodologies and enforce project standards. • Minimize expenses and risks of project. • Enforce safety standards and construction best practices. • Track and report team hours and expenses. • Prepare process designs, equipment specifications and capital estimates for process upgrades, modifications to existing systems and installation / commissioning of new assets. • Ensure capital projects are consistent with code and compliance requirements • Provide methods, equipment recommendations and standard operating practices to optimize processes and meet product specifications. • Facilitate training as necessary. Conduct plant assessments to identify asset deficiencies; execute corrective action as required. • Work with plant management/corporate functions on project planning involving business growth / innovation, quality improvement, and safety. • Maintain an understanding of and compliance with all Quality Assurance policies, and immediate reporting of any potential food safety issues to management. • Coordinate implementation, write technical specifications, prepare plans and quotes, and allocate contracts for capital expenditure projects. • Regularly communicate with on-site contractors to instruct, guide and answer questions. • Troubleshoot problems with production and takes corrective action or proposes necessary capital projects to correct. • Prepare and closely manage project budgets to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. • Perform cost/benefit analysis for various design alternatives. • Interface with vendors to evaluate material and equipment selections. • Interface with suppliers for field support of various equipment and systems. • Assist in plant start-up and commissioning activities. • Support environmental permitting and dairy manufacturing compliance. The type of team player who fits in: • 5 -10 years experience in large capital project engineering, project management. • Experience in dairy, food, or sanitary processes strongly preferred. • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or similar degree/experience required. A role for those who know that the best results are built through teamwork. #LI-CH1 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

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