Process Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Process Engineer to provide technical leadership and hands-on engineering support across all manufacturing and packaging operations at our Chicago, IL facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for manufacturing, packaging, utilities, automation, and facility systems to maximize safety, reliability, and operational performance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, controls, and process issues to minimize downtime, improve equipment reliability, and optimize production.
• Lead capital projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, contractor coordination, FAT/SAT, startup, and operational handoff.
• Serve as a key technical resource for our Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, and Leadership teams.
• Support plant reliability initiatives through root cause analysis (RCA), failure elimination, preventive and predictive maintenance optimization, and equipment maintainability improvements.
• Maintain and support plant automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, sensors, and networked control systems.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with GMP, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements, including engineering change management, CAPA support, and audit readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment uptime, throughput, labor efficiency, waste reduction, and conversion cost improvements using data-driven methodologies.
• Provide technical leadership by mentoring plant personnel, collaborating across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain, participating in daily operational reviews, and serving as backup Maintenance leadership as required.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical or Manufacturing Engineering (preferred), or an equivalent combination of education and directly related engineering experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Five or more years of engineering experience in FMCG, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, or other GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting high-speed manufacturing and packaging operations with hands-on equipment and process troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of industrial automation, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, and process control systems.
• Experience managing capital projects, including equipment specification, installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, P&IDs, OEM manuals, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of reliability engineering principles, preventive and predictive maintenance practices, CMMS systems, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and industrial reporting systems.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, liquid processing, or high-speed packaging preferred.
• Experience in Industrial Safety Management preferred.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment, including standing and walking for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and climbing stairs and ladders to access equipment, platforms, and elevated work areas.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Exposure to fumes, odors, noise, and varying temperatures in both indoor and outdoor areas.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and protective clothing.

Pay

This position has a base annual salary range of $100,000.00 to $120,000.00 based upon several factors including your relevant skills and experience.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional weekend support during startups, shutdowns, and planned project work.