Senior Process Engineer

Specific Role Focus Area

Implementation & Execution of capital projects:

• Construction scope and bid package development for small to large capital projects.
• Cook up and oversee the Equipment and system installation, check-out, and commissioning.
• Responsible for process support, troubleshooting, and optimization during startup.
• Lead training of manufacturing personnel including operators, supervisors, QA, and maintenance on the key operating parameters of the process.
• Successful transition of deliverables and documentation to Plant Operations and Maintenance staff.

Conceptual and detailed engineering design and cost estimation for capital projects:

• Develop manufacturing alternatives that meet the business requirements and provide processing solutions for the project.
• PFD & P&ID generation and development.
• Equipment specification & selection and evaluation of equipment suppliers.
• Cost estimating for capital projects and process solutions.

Capital Project Management:

• Budget, schedule, and resource management of process-focused capital projects.
• With minimal direction, lead multi-functional teams to ensure projects are executed successfully.
• Make critical decisions under pressure and with limited information.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• A strong understanding of: common process unit operations and equipment, sanitary design and construction practices, GMP’s and Food Safety, and common equipment suppliers.
• A strong understanding of the design, application, and maintenance of process piping systems, food manufacturing equipment and process automation & instrumentation.
• Prioritize solutions and develop schedules based on an understanding of the required business objectives.
• Strong troubleshooting and optimization skills.
• Must be able to execute projects in a timely manner.

General Attributes and Skills

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must be open and comfortable with change.
• Must be versed with MS Office programs.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Food, Agricultural, or other closely related Engineering field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Food Processing, Confectionery, Pharmaceutical or related industries.
• Process engineering, process design and project management experience, including process troubleshooting and optimization.

Benefits

This role will interact and partner with:

• Other Corporate Engineering functions (Project Management, Electrical, Packaging, Civil, Utilities)
• Plant Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Safety, and Quality Assurance
• Quality and Regulatory Compliance
• Environmental, Health, and Safety
• Operations Business Development
• Technical and professional employees within Global R&D and Tech Center Operations
• Marketing
• Manufacturing Alliances
• Procurement
• External Vendors

Travel Expectations

This position will require domestic and international travel at times to support the ongoing business. Travel is project dependent.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer