Aseptic Process Engineering Lead - UHT/Dairy

Refresco Brand; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Sick Time

Discount Programs

Job summary

Refresco Beverages US Inc. is seeking an experienced Aseptic Process Engineer to lead process engineering across our North America network.

You will direct technicians, serve as SME for UHT/aseptic processing, and design piping and CIP/SIP systems with a focus on reliability and quality. Responsibilities include developing plant layouts, maintaining P&ID diagrams, and supporting installation, startup, and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related).
• 3+ years of experience in process/manufacturing engineering; supervisory experience preferred.
• Aseptic/Dairy processing experience required, including UHT, homogenizers, separators, filtration, and sanitary practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead technicians and provide technical direction in aseptic/UHT processing.
• Serve as SME for thermal processes, product quality, and equipment reliability.
• Design piping systems for utilities, process lines, CIP/SIP, and ensure efficient layouts.
• Create and maintain P&ID drawings and engineering documentation.
• Assist in selecting pumps, valves, and equipment to optimize performance.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and support during start-ups and changes.
• Coordinate installation, startup, and commissioning with contractors and internal teams.
• Review vendor drawings and ensure compliance with specs and standards.
• Collaborate to improve line efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Source or recreate critical equipment components with vendors.
• Support preventive maintenance and spare parts coordination.
• Present technical updates in client meetings and project discussions.
• Identify and lead process improvements aligned with growth.

Skills

leadership

ownership

results focus

communication

integrity

adaptability

problem solving

customer focus

training needs assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related)

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

MS Office

Scanning/Point Cloud

PLC controls

Job description

Refresco Beverages US Inc. is seeking an experienced Aseptic Process Engineer to lead process engineering across our North America network.

You will direct technicians, serve as SME for UHT/aseptic processing, and design piping and CIP/SIP systems with a focus on reliability and quality. Responsibilities include developing plant layouts, maintaining P&ID diagrams, and supporting installation, startup, and commissioning.