Mechanical Engineer – Process Automation & Plant Layout

Kikkoman Foods, Inc; Town of Walworth (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kikkoman is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead process engineering projects aimed at improving production efficiency. The role involves planning process automation, designing material transfer systems, and producing AutoCAD diagrams to reflect plant organization and piping layouts.

The candidate will also oversee mechanical contractors, size steam, air and water systems, and participate in special projects from the Maintenance and Engineering Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Industrial project management experience in production environments.
• AutoCAD or 3D modeling software experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete process engineering projects to improve production efficiency.
• Plan process automation projects including cost estimation.
• Design and customize material transfer systems to optimize space.
• Produce and update AutoCAD diagrams of production processes, piping systems and plant layout.
• Oversee mechanical contractors ensuring projects meet specifications on time and within budget.
• Design steam, air and water systems with flow calculations for valves and pumps.
• Assist with special projects assigned by Engineering Manager.

Skills

Industrial project management

Process engineering

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Kikkoman is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead process engineering projects aimed at improving production efficiency. The role involves planning process automation, designing material transfer systems, and producing AutoCAD diagrams to reflect plant organization and piping layouts.

The candidate will also oversee mechanical contractors, size steam, air and water systems, and participate in special projects from the Maintenance and Engineering Manager.