Process Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical leadership on design, development, implementation, optimization, and validation of processing equipment

• Lead the technical execution of multiple concurrent medium- to large-size capital projects for nutrition plants in the North America region

• Work to develop provisional scope, design, manufacturability, cost, capital, risk and schedule considerations while collaborating with cross-functional teams

• Develop, modify, and evaluate Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, Mass/Energy balance sheets and other engineering and design documents with respect to accuracy, precision, and reliability

• Review equipment and instrument specifications, construction drawings, plant layout, plant 3D model, vendor proposals and provide feedback on needed changes

• Provide technical support to North America plants, including existing system issues as well as design improvements/new designs as part of continuous improvement, and act as a technical influencer to senior leadership and stakeholders for business initiatives

• 30% travel is expected as part of the role

EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years’ experience, applying engineering knowledge, problem solving, and ingenuity to complete assignments related to process/manufacturing systems.

• Familiarity with bulk liquid processing, aseptic processing, CIP, evaporation, spray drying, dry blending, and powder handling unit operations in the food/pharma/nutrition industries.

• Experience in managing engineering firms, suppliers, and contractors

• Exposure to validated processes and systems

• Experience in project management including budget and scope management

• Systems troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis experience

• Strong communication skills including managing internal/external stakeholders

SKILLS

• At least 1 year experience, applying engineering knowledge in Food or Pharma environment.

• Familiarity with plant control software, including PLC / HMI and SCADA systems.

• Familiarity with liquid aseptic processing/filling in the food industry.

• Experience with powder processing and wet mixing in the food industry.

• Has a technical background in health care, nutritional products, or similar industries (preferred).

EDUCATION

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Preferably Chemical or Mechanical engineering)