Process Engineer

GEA Group•Town of Patterson, NY

27d•$85,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

GEA is seeking a Process Engineer to join their team at a new facility in Janesville, WI. This role supports customers by optimizing GEA centrifugal equipment post-delivery, aids in sales development, and leads R&D for new product creation. GEA Group, founded in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions for industries like food and beverage, pharma, and dairy. With a strong U.S. presence since 1929 and over 18,000 employees globally, GEA offers a stable career environment with an average employee tenure of over 8 years, emphasizing culture, growth, and support.

Requirements

High School Diploma or related or equivalent experience at hiring manager's discretion
Minimum 3 to 5 years of industry experience (preferably in the renewable or environmental industries)
Microsoft Office Suite knowledge
Ability to travel up to 80% of the time in North America (Valid Passport Required).
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Rockwell Programming Experience a Plus.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and improve processes for assigned GEA Markets, focusing on GEA mechanical separation technology.
Startup and commission GEA centrifuge equipment.
Support Sales Initiatives in developing innovative solutions for customers.
Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
Prepare and process samples for spin down studies and facilitate Design of Experiments for further testing and product development.
Collect, record, and transcribe data in detailed reports.
Maintain testing equipment as required and needed for job responsibilities.
Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of production process (both upstream and downstream of GEA equipment).
Train customers on proper and safe use of GEA equipment.
Train other GEA team members on both equipment and processes.
Work with Project Engineering to develop cost-effective and efficient solutions for future projects.
Work effectively in an interdisciplinary work environment.
Read/interpret P&IDs, General Arrangement (Mechanical Drawings), Electrical Schematics, and other engineering documentation.
Work in multiple GEA markets, with an emphasis on the Pharmaceutical and Chemical industries.
Utilize familiarity with process controls, motor controls, instrumentation, automation principles, and industrial networking.
Utilize knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures utilized in machine/system control systems.
Learn/utilize Rockwell Programming software to make minor edits to programs, collaborate with Automation Engineers, and support startups.
Apply strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Apply strong communication skills.