Process Engineer

GEA•Janesville, WI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

GEA is seeking a Process Engineer to join their team based out of their brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Janesville, WI. As a Process Engineer, you would be responsible for supporting customers by optimizing GEA centrifugal equipment after delivery, supporting sales development, spearheading R&D efforts for new product development, and much more. GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

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
Will be traveling up to but not exceeding 80% of the time in North America (Valid Passport Required).
Applicants 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 on processes for assigned GEA Markets, with the emphasis of 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)
Ability to train customers on proper and safe use of GEA equipment.
Ability to train other GEA team members on both equipment and processes.
Work with Project Engineering to develop cost-effective and efficient solutions for future projects.
Works effectively in an interdisciplinary work environment.
Ability to read/interpret P&IDs, General Arrangement (Mechanical Drawings), Electrical Schematics, and other engineering documentation.
Ability to work in multiple GEA markets, with the emphasis on the Pharmaceutical and Chemical industries.
Familiarity with process controls, motor controls, instrumentation, automation principles, and industrial networking.
Has 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.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Strong communication skills.