Head of Process and Equipment Engineering

About the position

The Head of Process and Equipment Engineering is responsible for leading a team of process engineers and equipment engineers responsible for the design of the new Chobani $1.2 billion greenfield site in Rome, NY. This role will be focused on the design of the process systems, filling & packaging operations, and utilities systems of the facility. The position requires a high degree of technical knowledge of dairy process systems and equipment, responsibility, highly effective communication skills, leadership, decision making ability and self-sufficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team of process and equipment subject matter expert responsible for the design of the process systems, fill & packaging operations, and utility systems.
• Define and develop all aspects of dairy processing and fill & packaging equipment used in manufacturing of Greek yogurt and other dairy products.
• Update and modify various drawings, including P&IDs, Equipment Specifications, and Process Flow Diagrams.
• Participate in all phases of a project from initial team meetings though pre-award support, proposal generation, installation, commissioning and start up as partner to the Project Engineers.
• Specify processing and fill & packaging equipment which meet project expectations within the time and budget constraints of the approved project.
• Provide guidance and expertise to plant operations, project engineers and other functions as necessary in the development of process and packaging related operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical engineering preferred, other engineering degrees considered
• 8-10 years of experience in a similar dairy process and equipment engineering role
• Experience in processing equipment and materials as related to the food and beverage industry
• Preferred experience in dairy processing processes, including pasteurization, separation, etc.
• Working knowledge of project life cycle deliverables, contract & schedule
• Knowledge in sizing pumps, piping, and other general dairy processing equipment
• Occasional travel to equipment suppliers and other Chobani sites is required.
• May be required to work in a site environment in the presence of heavy equipment, smoke, dust and noise
• Proficient in the use Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Project, SEEQ, CAPE or TOPS, and AutoCAD
• Pro-activity, personal drive, decisiveness, commercial / business acumen, communication skills, excellent teamwork skills, organizational competency, and the ability to prioritize

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401K match
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health care navigation
• Mental health services
• Fertility assistance
• Paid parental leave
• 120 hours of PTO
• 11 Holidays each year