Entry Level Process Engineer

Barry-Wehmiller; Concord (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Group, part of Barry-Wehmiller, seeks a process engineer to support manufacturing and packaging projects across multiple locations in the United States. You will collaborate with engineers, project teams, vendors, and clients to develop process documentation and manage procurement while assisting with start-up and installation activities.

The role covers process design, equipment integration, and project execution, with opportunities to travel to client sites and participate in

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related technical degree.
• Academic, co-op, internship, project, or entry-level experience related to process engineering, manufacturing, packaging, automation, or project execution.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD.
• Ability to organize and execute multiple project responsibilities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Support process engineering and project execution for manufacturing and packaging projects.
• Develop process documentation and support equipment procurement.
• Assist with start-up, installation, and client delivery.
• Create process flow diagrams and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and cross-functional project teams.

Skills

Process engineering

Project execution

Equipment procurement

P&ID design

Packaging automation

Education

Bachelor of Science in mechanical or chemical engineer

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

Who You'll Work With

At Design Group, you'll collaborate with experienced leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to solve complex challenges for some of the world's leading companies. You'll join a growing team of more than 1,500 professionals across 45 U.S. offices where you'll be empowered to make an impact, develop your expertise, and grow your career.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll be responsible for supporting process engineering and project execution work for manufacturing and packaging projects. You'll work closely with engineers, project teams, vendors, contractors, and client stakeholders to develop process documentation, support equipment procurement, and assist with start-up and installation activities. This position plays an important role in helping clients improve manufacturing performance while giving you hands‑on exposure to process design, project management, equipment integration, and client delivery.

• Support project execution activities, including line layout engineering, mechanical design, equipment procurement, schedule management, project finances, site management, and start-up support
• Design process flow diagrams and piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Create specifications for process equipment, installation requirements, and related project deliverables
• Complete basic piping system design, including pump sizing, mass and heat balances, functional specifications, and installation specifications
• Support instrumentation and controls coordination for process and packaging systems
• Convert technical information into project documentation for client and project team use
• Support integration of packaging automation lines, material handling methods, and manufacturing equipment
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, OEMs, and cross‑functional project teams to support project execution
• Assist project teams with installation, commissioning, start‑up, and site‑based project activities
• Strengthen client and team relationships through responsive technical support and consistent project execution

What You'll Bring

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related technical degree
• Academic, co‑op, internship, project, or entry‑level experience related to process engineering, manufacturing, packaging, automation, or project execution
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD
• Ability to organize and execute multiple project responsibilities simultaneously
• Ability to travel for project requirements, including installation and start‑up activities, client and company meetings, trainings, seminars, forums, and conventions

Preferred Qualifications

• Co‑op or project experience with packaging lines, automation, or manufacturing applications
• Co‑op or project experience in food, dairy, high‑speed beverage or brewery, pharmaceutical, or consumer products environments
• Basic understanding of project management fundamentals and analytical problem solving

Compensation

The approximate pay range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as geographic location of the position.

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.

Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer.

M/F/D/V

This organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company

Design Group