Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer Location: Jonesboro, Arkansas Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Process Engineer to provide onsite engineering support for capital projects, manufacturing improvements, and process optimization initiatives at a consumer products manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in batching, formulation, mixing, blending, liquid handling, transfer systems, and CIP systems, preferably within FMCG, Cosmetics, Beauty & Personal Care, or Consumer Products manufacturing. This role will work closely with manufacturing, quality, R&D, operations, project engineering, equipment vendors, and OEMs to improve manufacturing processes and support projects from initial concept through commissioning and handover. Key Responsibilities Provide onsite process engineering support for capital projects, production improvements, and process optimization initiatives. Develop and review mass balances, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Lead process studies involving:Batching Formulation Mixing and blending Liquid handling Transfer systems CIP/SIP systems Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency, quality, reliability, capacity, and production performance. Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Operations, and Project Engineering teams. Develop equipment specifications, process datasheets, and technical evaluations for new or modified process equipment. Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, startup, and performance qualification activities. Coordinate with OEMs, equipment vendors, contractors, and offshore engineering teams to support successful project execution. Troubleshoot manufacturing process issues and perform root-cause analysis (RCA). Support process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure engineering activities comply with GMP, safety, environmental, quality, and corporate engineering standards. Support both brownfield and greenfield capital projects. Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development through commissioning and final handover. Prepare and maintain technical documentation, process calculations, specifications, and engineering records. Communicate project status, technical issues, risks, and recommendations to key stakeholders. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. 10 15 years of process engineering experience. Experience in FMCG, Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Beauty & Personal Care, or a similar manufacturing environment. Strong hands-on knowledge of:Batching and formulation Mixing and blending Liquid processing Liquid transfer systems CIP/SIP systems Experience with manufacturing processes involving products such as:Shampoos Conditioners Body wash Lotions Cosmetics Personal care products Strong understanding of hygienic process design. Experience supporting greenfield and brownfield capital projects. Experience with PFDs, P&IDs, process calculations, and process simulations. Experience participating in FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup, and qualification activities. Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability and willingness to work onsite at a client manufacturing facility in the USA. Preferred Qualifications PMP certification. Lean Six Sigma certification. Experience working with major process equipment OEMs and vendors. Experience coordinating with offshore engineering teams. Experience in GMP-regulated or highly hygienic manufacturing environments. Experience with process optimization, continuous improvement, and manufacturing capacity expansion projects.