Process & Instrumentation Engineer

M4 Control Systems – Minneapolis, MN area

M4 Control Systems, a well-established engineering company specializing in automation and control systems within the dairy and food industry, is seeking an Process & Instrumentation Engineer to join our growing team. This full-time role is hands-on, supporting and executing automation and controls projects for our customers.

We offer generous benefits, flexible work options, and long-term professional growth opportunities.

We are seeking a Engineer with strong process design experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have direct experience in the dairy or food processing industries, with expertise in P&t, device lists, and process design documentation. This role requires both technical engineering skills and the ability to collaborate with customers, project managers, and other engineering disciplines.

• Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for dairy and food processing projects utilizing AutoCAD and/or Solid Works.
• Generate and maintain device lists, instrument indexes, and equipment specifications using Excel, AutoCAD, and Solid Works.
• Support process design activities including material balances, utility requirements, and process optimization.
• Work closely with project managers, automation & control engineers, and clients to ensure designs meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in process hazard analyses, risk assessments, and validation activities.
• Provide technical input during project execution, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Perform engineering calculations and analysis related to process design and equipment sizing / selection.
• Provide process equipment startup support – includes ensuring compliance to policies and procedures.
• All other related duties as assigned.

• Advanced understanding of AutoCAD and Solid Works.
• Proficiency with P&IDs, device lists, and process documentation.
• Preferred familiarity with process equipment such as pasteurizers, separators, evaporators, heat exchangers, and CIP systems.
• Strong knowledge of safety, sanitary design, and regulatory standards (FDA, USDA, 3-A).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Need to possess good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of clients, co-workers, management, and executive staff.
• Ability to read and interpret various technical, operating and process documents, write reports and correspondence both technical and business related.
• Must be a self-starter, have good organizational skills and be able to accept constantly changing priorities.
• Higher level knowledge of Microsoft products including:
  Outlook, Excel, Word and Access.

• Chemical/Agricultural/Food Science or Food Technology Engineering Bachelor's or Technical Degree or equivalent work experience required
• 2–5 years of relevant work experience in process engineering, preferably in the dairy, food, or beverage industries
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and prepare reports
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or hold a Permanent Resident Green Card
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance