Senior Process Engineer

Did you love building as a kid? Do you enjoy taking something apart, just to figure out how to put it back together? Do you geek out on robots? Our engineers drive packaging innovation, creating new ways to improve – and increase – performance. We’re passionate about designing custom equipment that exceeds our customers’ expectations. Our engineers partner closely not only with our customers, but also with peers across sales, manufacturing, and assembly.

Techni Blend is looking for a Senior Process Engineer who is responsible for the design, optimization, and implementation of fluid and thermal process systems for the food and beverage industry. This role involves leading projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and driving continuous improvement in process efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate across multiple functions.

• 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 Solid Works 3D to meet the 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, as well as 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 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, including best practices and procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), sanitation SOPs, technical manuals, training materials, troubleshooting guides, and operation manuals.
• Ensure designs and equipment are in compliance with food safety regulations and both 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.

There’s no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative, growth opportunities, and a generous compensation package that includes salary, comprehensive medical/dental programs, life insurance, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with company match, with benefits effective on day one.

• Education:
  
  BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or related field).
• Experience:
  
  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 Solid Works 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 and experience leading cross‑functional engineering teams.

• Ability to travel up to 25%, primarily within North America with some international travel.

Pro Mach, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E‑Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug‑free workplace. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.