Process Engineer

The Process Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving manufacturing and process systems for sanitary processing equipment and integrated systems. This role works closely with Sales, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Customers to ensure projects meet technical specifications, production requirements, quality standards, and delivery schedules. The Process Engineer provides technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from concept and design through fabrication, testing, and installation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop process systems, piping layouts, transfer panels, pressure vessels, and skid-mounted equipment in accordance with customer requirements and industry standards.
• Create and review process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment specifications, and related documentation.
• Collaborate with customers, project managers, and internal stakeholders to define project requirements and process specifications.
• Support fabrication and production teams by providing engineering guidance and resolving technical issues.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing and process methods and recommend improvements to increase safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Perform process calculations, including flow rates, heat transfer, pump sizing, and pressure drop analysis.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and root cause analysis activities.
• Support equipment testing, commissioning, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and troubleshooting efforts.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with customer specifications and applicable codes and standards.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering change notices, and project documentation.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget while maintaining quality expectations.
• Maintain compliance with all company safety policies and regulations.

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering field.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, process equipment, or industrial systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Experience with CAD software and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience with sanitary process systems within food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ASME, BPE, and other applicable industry standards.
• Knowledge of stainless steel fabrication, welding, and process piping systems.
• Experience with pressure vessels, CIP systems, transfer panels, and skid-mounted equipment.
• Project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.