RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide technical leadership on design, development, implementation, optimization, and validation of processing equipment

Lead the technical execution of multiple concurrent medium- to large-size capital projects for nutrition plants in the North America region

Work to develop provisional scope, design, manufacturability, cost, capital, risk and schedule considerations while collaborating with cross-functional teams

Develop, modify, and evaluate Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, Mass/Energy balance sheets and other engineering and design documents with respect to accuracy, precision, and reliability

Review equipment and instrument specifications, construction drawings, plant layout, plant 3D model, vendor proposals and provide feedback on needed changes

Provide technical support to North America plants, including existing system issues as well as design improvements/new designs as part of continuous improvement, and act as a technical influencer to senior leadership and stakeholders for business initiatives

30% travel is expected as part of the role

EXPERIENCE

2+ years experience, applying engineering knowledge, problem solving, and ingenuity to complete assignments related to process/manufacturing systems.

Familiarity with bulk liquid processing, aseptic processing, CIP, evaporation, spray drying, dry blending, and powder handling unit operations in the food/pharma/nutrition industries.

Experience in managing engineering firms, suppliers, and contractors

Exposure to validated processes and systems

Experience in project management including budget and scope management

Systems troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis experience

Strong communication skills including managing internal/external stakeholders

SKILLS

At least 1 year experience, applying engineering knowledge in Food or Pharma environment.

Familiarity with plant control software, including PLC / HMI and SCADA systems.

Familiarity with liquid aseptic processing/filling in the food industry.

Experience with powder processing and wet mixing in the food industry.

Has a technical background in health care, nutritional products, or similar industries (preferred).

EDUCATION

A Bachelor s Degree in Engineering (Preferably Chemical or Mechanical engineering)