Process Engineering Manager

TechniBlend™; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Pro Mach, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineering Manager to lead the process engineering discipline for custom food and beverage processing equipment integrated with automation and control systems.

The role ensures process designs meet customer specifications, food safety and regulatory requirements, while driving standardization and continuous improvement. The manager collaborates with Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to deliver

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 10+ years in engineering roles within food & beverage or related industries.
• 5+ years in a leadership or management position.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the process engineering team.
• Own and approve process engineering deliverables and designs.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce labor, cost and standardize designs.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA and sanitary standards and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Manufacturing, Quality and Service teams.

Skills

Process engineering

Fluid mechanics

Sanitary design

Equipment sizing

PLC automation

CAD software

Food safety standards

Education

BS in Mechanical/ Chemical/ Electrical/ Industrial Eng

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Did you love building as a kid? Do you enjoy taking something apart, just to figure out how to put it back together? Our engineers drive liquid processing innovation, creating new ways to improve - and increase - performance. We're passionate about designing custom equipment that exceeds our customers' expectations. Our engineers partner closely not only with our customers, but also with peers across sales, manufacturing, and assembly.

We offer rewarding, challenging opportunities throughout the world, across multiple market segments. If you're excited by how machines work and want to make them better, we want to talk to you.

Do we have your attention?

TechniBlend is looking for a Process Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the process engineering discipline for custom food and beverage processing equipment integrated with automation and control systems. This role ensures process designs meet customer specifications, food safety and regulatory requirements, and performance expectations while driving standardization, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The Process Engineering Manager is a technical leader who collaborates closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to deliver successful engineered-to-order projects.

Are you passionate about this work?

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the process engineering team, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and establish clear expectations to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget commitments.
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support workload planning and resource forecasting to align with project demand.

Process Engineering Oversight & Execution

• Own and approve process engineering deliverables, including process flow diagrams, equipment sizing, utility requirements, and sanitation concepts.
• Validate process designs for performance, cleanability, safety, and manufacturability within engineered-to-order systems.
• Ensure process intent is fully integrated with mechanical layouts, automation architectures, and control strategies.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle from concept development through commissioning and customer acceptance.
• Partner with Project Managers and Engineering Leads to review progress, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with project goals.

Process Optimization & Innovation

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on labor efficiency, cost reduction, and design standardization.
• Improve process robustness and repeatability while balancing customization requirements.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for process deviations or performance issues.
• Champion risk assessments, process capability studies, and post‑project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future designs.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all process designs meet company, customer, and industry best practices.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation, including SOPs, sanitation procedures, technical manuals, and training materials.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and applicable food safety and sanitary design standards.
• Support adherence to relevant mechanical, electrical, and safety standards (e.g., ASME, UL, NFPA) as they relate to process systems.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Manufacturing, Quality, Service, and Operations teams.
• Provide process engineering leadership during customer reviews, FATs, SATs, and commissioning activities.
• Support Sales and Applications teams during quoting and concept development with process expertise.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Operations to ensure successful project execution and delivery timelines.

What’s in it for you?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that foster individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, comprehensive medical/dental programs, as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment!

Education:

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)

Experience:

• 10+ years in engineering roles within food & beverage or related industries.
• 5+ years in a leadership or management position.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of process engineering, fluid mechanics, and sanitary design principles
• Experience sizing and specifying food and beverage process equipment
• Understanding of PLC-based automation and control systems
• Proficiency with CAD software and project management tools
• Knowledge of food safety, regulatory, and sanitary standards

Soft Skills:

• Excellent Leadership abilities including ability to lead cross functional engineering teams.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

Other:

• Ability to travel up to 15% (Primarily North America with some International)

Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.

We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.