Brewing Process Engineer

Anheuser-Busch • Fort Collins, CO

2d

About The Position

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do? SALARY: $104,800 - $117,900 COMPANY: We are home to the nation’s most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America’s #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do? ROLE SUMMARY: The Process Engineer supports performance, quality, and Brewing operations within the brewery. This role focuses on stabilizing processes, improving line efficiency, and reducing losses through a strong technical understanding of Brewing equipment, automation, and process controls. The Process Engineer works closely with Brewing, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, improve equipment performance, and implement sustainable process improvements. This position serves as a technical resource for the brewing department and plays a key role in strengthening controls and automation capabilities across the site, including supporting technician development and equipment upgrades that enable safe, efficient, and consistent production. Note: This role requires specialized technical skills beyond those of a general process engineer. We are specifically seeking an engineer with strong experience in controls and instrumentation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), VFD programming and troubleshooting, and computer-based process control systems (e.g., FactoryTalk, WinCC, or similar platforms).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field preferred
• Manufacturing environment experience required; union environment experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience with controls and automation systems in an industrial setting
• PLC or ladder logic experience preferred; exposure to multiple platforms such as Allen-Bradley (PLC5, ControlLogix) and Siemens programming/troubleshooting strongly preferred
• Strong computer proficiency required (Microsoft Excel, including VBA; SAP/CMMS experience preferred)
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or structured problem-solving methodologies
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with a team-oriented mindset and ability to influence cross-functional partners
• Demonstrated leadership capability and ability to lead change
• Willingness to work rotating

Responsibilities

• Support performance and process stability of the brewing department, including filters, yeast separators, malt mills, and associated automated systems
• Analyze process losses, downtime, and quality issues; identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for electrical, controls, and automation systems, including PLC-controlled equipment, VFDs, sensors, HMIs, and safety systems
• Develop, maintain, and improve process control standards to ensure consistent execution and product quality
• Partner with Brewing and Maintenance teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and improve reliability and throughput
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment design, controls logic, automation, and overall line efficiency
• Develop and upskill maintenance technicians on controls and automation systems to strengthen site capability
• Support development and execution of production standards, operating parameters, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Use data and Lean / VPO tools to track performance, reduce variation, and sustain improvements
• Support production scheduling, maintenance planning, and inventory alignment by providing process and performance insights
• Support safety, energy, and environmental initiatives, with emphasis on machine and electrical safety
• Partner with Engineering and CAPEX teams on Brewing equipment upgrades, trials, and ROI-driven projects

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
• Free Beer!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees