Process Engineer, CAPEX

Ingredion Incorporated; Gujarat; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation within country

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated in India seeks a Process Engineer to lead design, commissioning, startup, and long-term operation of a major greenfield manufacturing project. You will oversee material and energy balances, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment sizing, and process calculations.

This role supports FEED and detailed engineering for new facilities, develops utility systems, drives process control strategies, and leads commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and optimization.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 8 years of experience in the chemical, specialty chemicals, pharmaceutical, food & beverage or petrochemical industry.
• Experience in process engineering, process improvement, and manufacturing operations.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering design activities including material and energy balances, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment sizing, and process calculations.
• Support Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and detailed engineering for new manufacturing facilities.
• Develop utility systems and hydraulic calculations for boilers, water treatment, compressed air, and other plant utilities.
• Drive process control strategies, automation reviews, and factory acceptance testing activities.
• Lead commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and process optimization initiatives.
• Support technology transfer projects and scale-up activities.
• Champion process safety programs including PHA, MOC, PSSR, and incident investigations.
• Provide technical support for equipment evaluation, vendor selection, and capital project execution.
• Ensure engineering designs comply with Ingredion standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations.

Skills

Process engineering

Process improvement

Manufacturing operations

Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Automation reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

About Ingredion:Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.Location : Vadodara & DahejReports to : Project ManagerWorkplace type : On-siteShape the Future of Manufacturing with IngredionWe are looking for a Process Engineer to join our growing team and play a key role in one of Ingredion's most exciting capex investments, a major greenfield manufacturing project in India.This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the design, commissioning, startup, and long-term operation of a world-class manufacturing facility while working alongside global engineering experts.What you will do:Lead process engineering design activities including material and energy balances, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment sizing, and process calculations.Support Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and detailed engineering for new manufacturing facilities.Develop utility systems and hydraulic calculations for boilers, water treatment, compressed air, and other plant utilities.Drive process control strategies, automation reviews, and factory acceptance testing activities.Lead commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and process optimization initiatives.Support technology transfer projects and scale-up activities.Champion process safety programs including PHA, MOC, PSSR, and incident investigations.Provide technical support for equipment evaluation, vendor selection, and capital project execution.Ensure engineering designs comply with Ingredion standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations.What you will bring:Degree in Chemical Engineering.8 years of experience in the chemical, specialty chemicals, pharmaceutical, food & beverage or petrochemical industry.Experience in process engineering, process improvement, and manufacturing operations.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Hands on experience supporting greenfield or brownfield projects.Process Safety Management experience.Lean Six Sigma certification.Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Project.Why Join Ingredion?Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our successComprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-beingCareer Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities.Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globallyEmployee Referral Program – Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they’re hiredIngredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.Relocation Available:Yes, Within Country