Research and Development Engineer III

CPM Animal Feed & Oilseed Solutions; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and vacation

401k

Medical/dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

CPM Animal Feed & Oilseed Solutions in Blaine, MN is seeking a Research and Development Engineer III to innovate oilseed extraction methods. Responsibilities include designing prototypes, conducting experiments, and analyzing data. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and at least three years of related experience.

The position also involves customer support and using simulation software like Aspen Custom Modeler. Benefits include competitive compensation, 401k, and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering and 3 years of related experience.
• Experience with designing processes for agricultural or biological products.
• Familiarity with experimental methods and quantitative testing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new ideas and develop prototypes for new equipment.
• Conduct lab experiments and analyze test results.
• Communicate findings and support commercial activities.

Skills

Process design and research

Equation-based process simulation

Quantitative ELISA assays

Arduino programming

Triglycerides and phospholipids handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Custom Modeler

Siemens gPROMS

AVEVA Process Simulation

Job description

The Research and Development Engineer III is responsible for creating ideas for new and improved oilseed extraction equipment and processes. The role involves quickly evaluating merit using experience, distilling and sharing ideas with others for screening, and performing quantitative screening using basic assumptions. It also includes evaluating new ideas, designing and constructing prototypes and lab apparatus, performing lab experimentation and pilot testing, and analyzing test results and data. The engineer must develop new ideas, compile, document, and communicate results, and determine and plan next development steps, including gaps to address and scale of next prototype or test. Additionally, the role develops R&D capabilities, leads training and development in data analysis, fabrication, analytical methods, and the delivery of tools usable by the larger R&D team. The engineer improves R&D effectiveness, drafts, reviews, and manages patent activity, and communicates results and feedback with commercial and engineering teams. Customer communication in support of commercial activities and use of equation‑based process simulation software (Aspen Custom Modeler, Siemens gPROMS, AVEVA Process Simulation) are also required.

Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering and 3 years of related research and development engineering experience. Candidates must also have 36 months of experience with each of the following:

1. Researching and designing processes and products related to processing agricultural or biological products using experimental methods.
2. Using equation-based process simulation software: Aspen Custom Modeler, Siemens gPROMS, AVEVA Process Simulation.
3. Performing quantitative ELISA assays on both solid and liquid biological and agricultural materials.
4. Designing, operating, and automating bench-scale experimental apparatus using the Arduino platform.
5. Handling, characterizing, and purifying triglycerides and phospholipids.

Full‑time position located in Blaine, MN. Expected travel 5%; must be able to travel as needed to evaluate technology vendors, support customers, and attend academic conferences. Domestic and international travel may be required.

Benefits

CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.