Senior Process Engineer A

Construction, Engineering & Trades · Civil & Industrial Engineering · Process Engineering

In short

Tetra Pak is seeking a motivated Senior Process Engineer A for their Vernon Hills, IL team. This role involves designing and implementing innovative process solutions for food and beverage projects, collaborating with pre-projects and projects teams. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering field and 7+ years of experience in the food and beverage industry.

Responsibilities

  • Support projects from conceptual development through implementation and commercial operation.
  • Work in a multi-project environment adapting to project needs.
  • Take responsibility for technical solutions, quality, and project performance, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with customers and colleagues internationally.
  • Conduct/support quotation development in conjunction with pre-project managers and account managers.
  • Estimate equipment costs and source/price equipment/services.
  • Develop understanding of commercial food processing production facilities, including problem-solving, thermodynamics, flow dynamics, mass balance, process timing, block flow diagrams, P&IDs, layouts, and utility consumption.
  • Develop understanding of automation control applications, instrumentation, and system start-up/commissioning.
  • Develop technical and soft problem-solving skills.
  • Collect information and data for performance testing and troubleshooting.
  • Develop knowledge on regulatory compliance in the dairy industry (USDA, 3A, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance).

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Science Engineering, or Bioproducts Engineering.
  • 7+ years of experience in Food and Beverage.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Strong knowledge in Process Design.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Exceptional people skills, with the ability to communicate and present effectively.
  • Ability to plan, delegate, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Quality-focused with a commitment to delivering high standards.
  • Work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in dairy is considered a plus.
  • Experience in a truly global landscape.
  • Experience in a culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where industry experts drive visible results.

Benefits

  • Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $103,800.00 USD – $133,300.00 USD
  • Eligible for performance incentive of 10% of ABS
  • 401k company match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
  • Market competitive compensation and benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements
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Company

Tetra Pak

Job Posted

1 week ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Vernon Hills, United States

Qualification

Bachelor

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