Process Engineer

BrightFarms Inc • Macon, GA

52d • Onsite

About The Position

At BrightFarms, we’re on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown. We aim to grow great tasting greens that also do good for the planet, the health of people, and the well-being of our employees. BrightFarms is a national leader in the booming indoor farming industry, transforming how produce is grown and delivered with its expanding network of eight high-tech, sustainable hydroponic farms. From seed to leaf we grow lettuce smarter, with less space, no pesticides and protected inside, so it’s better for the planet and way better for humans. BrightFarms' fresh lettuce options are available in more than 4,500 retail stores across the East Coast, Midwest, and South. Our Macon, Georgia farm is the most advanced greenhouse in the state, delivering fresh, locally grown leafy greens to Georgians. Spanning nearly 480,000 square feet, this facility will produce approximately 6 million pounds of leafy greens annually.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Process, Production, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or related) or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years of experience in process engineering, preferably in agriculture, horticulture, food production, or manufacturing
• Expertise in data analytics tools (Excel, Minitab, Tableau, etc.) and experience with ERP/MES systems
• Knowledge of automation systems (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA) and control strategy development
• Demonstrated success leading cost savings initiatives, product launches, or system redesigns
• Excellent communication, mentorship, and stakeholder alignment skills

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve greenhouse workflows, including packaging, planting, harvesting, irrigation and climate control through leading cross-functional Kaizen events and Root Cause Analysis sessions to identify and mitigate operational risks
• Work side by side with operators daily and quickly learning facility specific equipment to become an expert ready to develop SOPs, mentor other technical teams, train hourly and technical teams
• Work directly with Greenhouse staff to understand operational challenges and implement practical, employee-engaged solutions while providing coaching on Lean principles, Six Sigma methods, and statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPC, DOE, regression modeling)
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers and vendors to design and implement process improvements and automation solutions
• Collect and interpret operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement
• Lead and support process improvement and capital projects from concept through implementation, including timeline, budget, ROI and resource planning
• Partner with HSE and FSQ teams on people safety, environmental and food compliance. Ensure all process changes comply with safety standards, environmental regulations and company policies
• Maintain accurate records of process changes, performance metrics and improvement outcomes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level