Process Engineer

Ingredion; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Recognition program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ingredion in Belcamp, MD is seeking a Process Engineer to lead improvements across manufacturing operations. You will provide technical support, optimize processes, and contribute to safety and quality, driving cost efficiency.

You will partner with safety teams, manage capital projects, document standards, and mentor staff, applying Lean Six Sigma and PDCA to achieve production goals. Joining Ingredion offers a robust rewards package and opportunities to grow within a global science-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Chemical, Industrial, or Food Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Process/Production Engineering with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Self-starter who can navigate ambiguity, stay organized, and deliver results with urgency and ownership.
• Strong project management capability, including multitasking and effective time management.
• Team-oriented leader who can collaborate across levels and use statistical data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to maintenance and operations through process studies and optimization to monitor key operating parameters.
• Support facility safety initiatives and safer work process design with the safety team.
• Maintain and analyze historical performance data to meet cost and production goals.
• Execute or support capital and process projects, managing scope, budget and schedule.
• Lead incident RCA and drive corrective action communication with management.

Skills

Process Engineering

Problem solving

Project management

Team leadership

Statistical data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Chemical, Industrial, or Food Engineering

Tools

PC tools

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: Belcamp, MD

Workplace type: On Site

Join us as a Process Engineer and lead the charge in enhancing our processes to boost safety, quality, and productivity. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Your role will be:

• Provide technical support to maintenance and operations through process studies, troubleshooting, process optimization, and historical data analysis to monitor and control key operating parameters.
• Partner with the plant safety professional, plant staff, and JHSC to support facility safety initiatives, including Pre-Start Health & Safety Reviews and safer work process design.
• Maintain and analyze historical performance data to track efficiencies versus design and help operations meet cost and production goals.
• Execute or support capital and process projects by managing scope, budget, and schedule; supervising construction and startup; coordinating across QC/QA, safety, environmental, and maintenance; and training personnel.
• Ensure accurate documentation, drawings, SOPs, and technical standards are produced, validated, and maintained for production, systems, and maintenance teams.
• Lead incident Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and drive corrective action communication, while using analytical problem-solving to support plant management's improvement objectives.
• Lead and coach continuous improvement and performance culture initiatives (PDCA, Kaizen, SMED, Lean Six Sigma), including training needs assessment, competency development, and cost reduction/productivity/quality improvements.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Chemical, Industrial, or Food Engineering (or equivalent experience/education considered).
• Experience in Process/Production Engineering with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Self-starter who can navigate ambiguity, stay organized, and deliver results with urgency and ownership.
• Strong project management capability, including multitasking and effective time management.
• Team-oriented leader with high integrity who can collaborate across all levels, support technical development of the hourly workforce, and use PC tools and statistical data analysis (or be working toward proficiency)

Why Join Ingredion?

• Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program - Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion 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 ma