Principal (Director) Engineer, Capital Projects

Summary

A Principal Engineer, Capital Projects within the Global Engineering and Project Management team. This critical leadership position is responsible for leading and execution of strategic capital projects within Chobani's Global Supply Chain manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate has a strong Industrial space background with responsibilities in a large global engineering team ranging from mechanical and electrical designs to software layer to deliver full sub-system capabilities. The team of professionals reporting to the role need to work cross-functionally, with both internal teams and external vendors, in the development of engineering solutions, from concept to final commissioning, ensuring the solution is beneficial for all teams. This position requires an experienced leader who can direct this group and assist them in the key decisions, while ensuring the projects remain on budget and within timelines. This position reports to the Sr Director of Engineering and Project Management.

Responsibilities

Resource Management :

• Lead Capital Critical Planning initiatives. With input from Sr Director of Engineering and Project Management develop, document, and track short term and long-term potential capital projects to align with company goals and objectives. Capital plan and execution including bringing forward new ideas and technologies to move the company forward and / or provide a competitive advantage
• Ensure proper coordination of work between team, subcontractors, and clients
• Ensure work is produced in adherence to company, contract, and client requirements
• Identify obsolete or critical risk equipment and systems and bring forward a plan to prevent unplanned failure
• When applicable, work effectively with maintenance team members to develop a solution
• Consider impact of improvements on all facility functions (i.e., maintenance, EH&S, production) when developing plans and implementing changes
• Work with all internal Plant Teams to identify, recommend, and implement manufacturing process improvement initiatives
• Develops and works with supervisors in all areas such as employee relations, problem solving, setting, and achieving goals, manufacturing processes, skill development, scheduling, disciplinary action, terminations, equipment problems, etc. Aids employees and supervisors in solving work related problems; evaluates the issue and meets with supervisors and human resources to decide the most effective remediation technique
• Set a positive and confident leadership example to all the employees and management. Promote positive employee relations through relationship building and issue resolution
• Provide work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff, including responsibility for recruitment, development, and retention of the staff

Account and Project Management :

Requirements

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short : making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 byHamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafes nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,MichiganandAustralia, and its products are available throughoutNorth Americaand distributed inAustraliaand other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and / or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including : 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off and military service leave.

Compensation Range : $140,000.00-$210,000.00, plus bonus.