Process Engineer

Anderson Dahlen•Ramsey, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gray’s Specialty Equipment segment offers a comprehensive range of expert services to design, manufacture, integrate, install, and maintain advanced systems. Anderson Dahlen, part of this segment, delivers end-to-end equipment design-build and contract manufacturing, including precision fabrication and complex assemblies, backed by engineering and process solutions. The Process Engineer role is primarily responsible for leading the design, development, and optimization of Food and Beverage equipment and systems critical to customer manufacturing processes. This involves conceptualizing and designing new products, testing designs, communicating with customers, and developing acceptance testing. The successful candidate will be innovative, creative, and analytical, playing a vital role in setting Engineering strategy, either through direct reports or influence. A deep understanding of Food and Beverage technologies, system integration, and various food processing equipment is ideal, along with knowledge of food hygiene, plant safety, and cross-functional collaboration in a manufacturing setting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Food Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in food and beverage systems engineering, preferably within a manufacturing or R&D environment.
Experience in food and beverage manufacturing or process engineering is required.
Strong understanding of food safety regulations, such as FDA, USDA, or HACCP.
Familiarity with process control systems and manufacturing equipment.
Good working knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality control protocols.
Knowledge of materials compatibility in food and beverage environments.
Understanding of food plant design and layout.
Proficiency with 3D modeling software and report writing programs.
Excellent communication and technical writing abilities.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

Deep understanding of Food and Beverage technologies, system integration, Selection of Food Process Equipment, Mechanical Transport and Storage Equipment, Mechanical Processing Equipment, Mechanical Separation Equipment, Heat Transfer Equipment, Food Evaporation Equipment, Food Dehydration Equipment, Thermal Processing Equipment, Mass Transfer Equipment, and Food Packaging Equipment, food hygiene, plant safety and cross-functional collaboration in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

Serves as the subject matter expert (SME) on Food and Beverage-based systems and processes, including ingredient transfer using Pneumatic and mechanical Conveying, Mixing and blending, and skid-based liquid process systems.
Lead the design, specification, and development of conveying systems, mixing and blending systems, liquid process skidded systems, and related components.
Mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent across the organization.
Conceptualizes product ideas directly with customers by using sound design principles with a focus on design for manufacturability.
Plays an active role in supporting sales, estimating, and customer discussions to assist in the development of project proposals that capture project timelines, project scope, and customer requirements.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to process control systems, food safety regulations, process flow, and system performance.
Delivers product specifications, calculations, recommendations, and procedures to the project team for production purposes.
Creates and maintains engineering documentation, process specifications, and validation protocols.
Provides technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and project managers.
Maintains a positive attitude and promotes a “team” approach throughout the organization.
Ensure that a favorable Company image is presented to customers and that all customer relationships are based on honesty and integrity.
Other duties as assigned.