Process Engineer – Automation & Continuous Improvement

Aspen Enterprises; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Bonuses (Monthly/Annual)?

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Finlays Solutions in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Process Engineer to drive operational excellence across liquid processes, including extraction, blending, CIP, and packaging. You will lead process improvements, manage capital projects, and ensure safety and sanitary design.

The role requires strong chemical/process engineering expertise, problem-solving skills, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Occasional cross-site support and upgrading systems are part of the scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or process engineering required.
• 3–5 years of production experience in Food & Beverage or related sectors.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process Optimization & Technical Leadership: improve key manufacturing processes (extraction, blending, CIP, packaging) using data-driven analysis.
• Project & Capital Management: lead projects from concept to installation with cost-benefit analyses.
• Process Safety & Compliance: lead safety analyses (PHR, LOPA, HCA) and ensure GMP/compliance.
• Commissioning, Validation & Startup: lead commissioning, qualification and startup of new equipment.
• Continuous Improvement & Performance Monitoring: establish systems for performance evaluation and optimization.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Technical Support: partner with R&D, Commercialization and NPD to scale solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or process engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Finlays Solutions in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Process Engineer to drive operational excellence across liquid processes, including extraction, blending, CIP, and packaging. You will lead process improvements, manage capital projects, and ensure safety and sanitary design.

The role requires strong chemical/process engineering expertise, problem-solving skills, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Occasional cross-site support and upgrading systems are part of the scope.