Process Engineer

Overview

At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact
. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA‑made ingredients into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages and beyond
, our ingredients are powering a healthier future. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a growing food industry.

You'll work with
state‑of‑the‑art engineering and work together with your peers to build a better food future.

At our Dawson, MN facility, you're at the heart of it all. As the largest pea protein plant in North America
, this facility is the backbone of our operations. Here, we take raw materials and transform them into the vital ingredients that end up in countless food products, from those in our kitchens to shelves across the country. If you're someone who loves to solve problems on the fly and has a keen eye for detail, you'll thrive here. Most importantly, your commitment to safety ensures that every team member goes home healthy and safe at the end of each day.

We're proud to share that PURIS was awarded Manufacturer of the Year in 2024 by Twin Cities Business Journal
, a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teams!

The Process Engineer plays a critical role in designing, developing, and optimizing food manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, safety, and product quality. This position focuses on improving production systems, scaling up new products from concept to commercialization, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The engineer collaborates closely with cross‑functional teams—including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Operations—to implement innovative solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability within the food production environment.

Pay Rate/Range: $74,497 - $93,121

Pay Frequency: Biweekly

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Work Location: Dawson, MN

Travel: None

The compensation for this role will be based on qualifications, experience, market data, and internal equity. Actual pay may vary due to factors such as location, skills, education, and performance. Pay is determined transparently, using market benchmarks and ensuring internal equity.

• Develop and optimize food processing systems to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Design and implement process improvements for existing production lines.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Operations teams to scale up new products.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions.
• Support equipment selection, installation, and validation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Mechanical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in food processing or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP, FDA regulations).
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with automation and control systems.
• Knowledge of Unit Operations in Agriculture Process
• Strong project management skills.

At PURIS, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally. Benefits are effective the first of the month following your hire date. You’ll have access to medical plan options with competitive premiums, along with dental and vision coverage. All Team Members also receive free virtual health care and virtual counseling services. PURIS provides life insurance and short‑term disability coverage at no cost to you.

To support your long‑term financial well‑being, PURIS offers a 401(k) plan with a company contribution of 3.5% when you contribute up to 6%. You’ll also enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with 80 hours of PTO accrued annually, eight paid holidays, and access to a variety of additional free resources.

At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high‑quality, USA‑made pea ingredients and non‑GMO soybeans into essential components…