Process Automation Engineering

Responsibilities

• Support the design, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes across Chobani’s operations.
• Partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Automation, and Engineering teams to support process improvements, equipment optimization, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
• Assist with troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives across processing operations.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Automation teams to improve process reliability, efficiency, and product quality.
• Support equipment startups, commissioning activities, and plant trials as needed.
• Help develop and maintain process documentation, specifications, SOPs, and engineering standards.
• Participate in engineering projects from concept through execution and startup.
• Assist with process calculations including pumps, piping, flow rates, heat transfer, and general fluid systems.
• Work with equipment vendors and cross‑functional teams to support manufacturing improvements.
• Analyze operational data and identify opportunities for process optimization and performance improvement.
• Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor and build collaborative relationships with operations teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering preferred;
  Mechanical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or other related engineering disciplines will also be considered.
• Minimum 1+ years of paid engineering experience in manufacturing; internships or co‑ops considered for Process Engineer I level.
• Dairy processing experience strongly preferred; candidates from food & beverage, CPG, beverage, or other fluid‑processing manufacturing environments will also be considered.
• Basic understanding of fluid systems, pumps, piping, heat transfer, and processing equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working on the plant floor and collaborating cross‑functionally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required; exposure to AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, SEEQ, PI, or related systems is a plus.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments that may include heavy equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures.

Onsite at Twin Falls, Idaho plant (relocation support provided).

Salary range: $82,500.00 - $, plus bonus, equity, and benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability insurance
• Health savings account and flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) plan with 100% match up to 5% of eligible pay
• Wellness resources including an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, wellness reimbursements, on‑site gym access (certain locations), and a monthly wellness newsletter
• 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off

Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.