Process Engineer

Job Description

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Process Engineering (or related field)
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role
• Experience with process optimization, equipment validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and technical transfers.
• Familiarity with process control systems and manufacturing environments
• Proficiency in CAD
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to domestic and international sites as needed; up to 10% annually.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting multi-site/global engineering initiatives.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards for food, pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing.
• Proficiency in project management tools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recommend and implement process improvements for efficiency, cost reduction, and energy savings
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues in collaboration with plant teams
• Support trials and new product development with R&D and plant personnel
• Lead or contribute to capital and expansion projects across global sites
• Write/revise SOPs and support batch record preparation, as needed.
• Conduct ROI evaluations and submit project proposals including preparation and submission of capital expenditure requests for approval
• Coordinate with QA for process and cleaning validations (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Oversee contractors and negotiate engineering service agreements
• Collaborate with the Safety Team to maintain high safety standards during changes
• Promote understanding of food/chemical processing and engineering best practices
• Identify opportunities for automation, streamlining, and training
• Develop and implement productivity metrics at key process points
• All other duties as assigned.

SKILLS:

• Strong foundation in chemical engineering or food processing, particularly in unit operations (e.g., heating, evaporation, centrifugation, drying, fluid transport)
• Knowledge of equipment selection and evaluation for food, nutraceutical/pharma, or chemical industries
• Hands-on understanding of plant operations; able to work extended hours when necessary
• Skilled in data analysis, troubleshooting, and applying critical thinking
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and technical presentation abilities
• Effective communicator across technical and non-technical teams
• Independent yet collaborative, with a strong sense of accountability
• Innovative thinker with a focus on efficiency and cost savings
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with workplace health and safety standards