Process Engineer B

Tetra Pak; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Pak seeks a Process Engineer to join the Vernon Hills team in Illinois. You will design and implement process solutions across projects of varying scale, partnering with pre-project and project teams to deliver industry-leading results for our customer base.

The role offers professional growth in a dynamic environment, with opportunities to interface with diverse clients and advance within an industry leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Science Engineering, or Bioproducts Engineering.
• 2–3 years of experience in Food and Beverage; dairy experience a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong knowledge in Process Design.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Exceptional people skills with ability to communicate and present effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support projects from conceptual development through implementation to start of commercial operation.
• Work in a multi-project environment and adapt to each project's needs.
• Ensure technical solutions and quality align with customer needs and project approvals.
• Collaborate with customers and colleagues in an international environment.
• Support quotation development with pre-project manager and account managers.
• Estimate equipment costs and source equipment/services with the pre-project manager.
• Develop understanding of regulatory requirements for dairy processing facilities (USDA, 3A, PMO).
• Gain familiarity with automation control applications and start-up/commissioning of systems.
• Develop problem-solving and soft skills.
• Collect data for performance testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop knowledge of regulatory compliance in the dairy industry.

Skills

MS Office

Process Design

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Eng

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description
Job Title: Process Engineer
Job Location:
Vernon Hills, Illinois United States
At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day.
And we need people like you to make it happen.
We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.
Job Summary
We are seeking motivated individuals to join our Vernon Hills Process Engineering team. As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and implementing innovative process solutions for a wide range of projects, from small-scale to large-scale initiatives. You’ll work closely with both our pre-projects and projects teams to deliver industry-leading solutions to our extensive customer base.
This is an exciting opportunity for professional growth and development in a dynamic environment. At Vernon Hills, you’ll have the chance to interface with a variety of clients while advancing your career with an industry leader.
The position is based in Vernon Hills, IL.
You will be travelling up to 35% of your time.
Tetra Pak is not considering applicants (Internal or External) who require International relocation to the United States. Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.
What You Will Do
As a Process Engineer B you will:

• Support projects from conceptual development phase (sales) through implementation to start of commercial operation.
• Work in a multi-project environment where the role adapts to the needs of each individual project.
• Act with responsibility for technical solution and quality aspects of project performance, while securing project management buy in and being aligned with a focus on customer needs and satisfaction.
• Work with customers and colleagues in an international environment. Collaborate with resources throughout the entire organization.
• Conduct / support quotation development in conjunction with the pre-project manager and account managers for systems/modules.
• Estimate equipment costs. Source and price equipment/services in coordination with the pre-project manager.
• Develop understanding of what is required for project engineering commercial food processing production facilities. Including the use of problem solving, thermodynamics, flow dynamics, mass balance, process timing schedule, block flow diagrams, P&IDs, layouts, and utility consumption estimates.
• Develop a strong understanding of automation control applications, instrumentation applications, & start-up/commissioning of systems
• Develop technical and "soft" problem solving skills.
• Collect information & data for performance testing and trouble shooting.
• Develop knowledge on regulatory compliance in the dairy industry including USDA, 3A, and the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance

We believe you have

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Science Engineering, or Bioproducts Engineering.
• 2-3 years of experience in Food and Beverage. Experience in dairy is considered a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong knowledge in Process Design.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Exceptional people skills, with the ability to communicate and present effectively
• Quality-focused with a commitment to delivering high standards

Pay Equity
Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the positionacross all US locations. Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education ortraining.
This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include annual performance bonus, competitive benefits,and work-related allowances.

• Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $60,600 - $77,800
• Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS
• Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Paid parental leave and much more!

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

This job posting expires on October 26, 2026.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.