Senior Process Engineer

Federal Mfg•Waukesha, WI

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Join ProMach and shine. Whether you're creative, strategic, persuasive, or mechanically inclined, there’s a place for you here. Be a problem-solver, a closer, a futurist—whatever drives you. At ProMach, you'll be challenged and rewarded as you help improve packaging performance and shape the future of automation. And we’ll be proud to have you on the journey. Are you passionate about this work?

Requirements

BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or related field).
5+ years in process engineering for food & beverage or dairy systems.
Strong knowledge of heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermal processes.
Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
Familiarity with CIP systems, pasteurization, and hygienic design principles.
Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD design and process simulation software.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards.
Food safety standards (FDA, USDA, 3-A Sanitary Standards).
Understanding of PLC-based automation and control systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills.
Advanced problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Leadership abilities including ability to lead cross functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Develop and interpret process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and mass/energy balances.
Design and layout fluid process systems and mechanical solutions using SolidWorks 3D to customers process and equipment needs.
Size and specify process equipment such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, CIP systems, pasteurizers, and filtration units.
Create assembly drawings for manufacturing and supporting documentation.
Lead process engineering activities for projects from concept through commissioning including Bill of Materials (BOM), assembly drawings, revisions and supporting documentation, including on-site installation and start-up testing.
Prepare RFQs, performance specifications, and vendor evaluations.
Ensure proper sizing, selection, and procurement of equipment, instrumentation, and services are selected for each project.
Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities for efficiency, yield improvement, and cost reduction.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process deviations.
Perform process capability studies and risk assessments.
Prepare and maintain accurate process documentation. This includes: Best practices and procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Technical Manuals and Training, Operation Manuals, Troubleshooting and Maintenance guides.
Ensure our designs and equipment are in compliance with food safety regulations and our customer and company standards.
Work closely with cross-functional teams (Operations, QA, Maintenance, Controls Engineering) both internally and externally.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.