Senior Process Engineer

Ingredion; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingredion in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Senior Process Engineer to lead process improvements and capital projects, delivering safety, efficiency and product quality gains. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and hands-on technical leadership in a food manufacturing environment.

You will manage projects, coordinate with departments and outside consultants, and ensure regulatory and quality systems are followed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical preferred) or equivalent.
• 7+ years of engineering experience including project management of large-scale projects over $500k.
• Experience directing outside consultants and supervising junior engineers.
• Knowledge of Wet Milling or related industries with CGMP and energy management.

Responsibilities

• Leading and executing process improvement initiatives and capital projects.
• Providing technical support for safety and process efficiency.
• Supervising project activity, budgeting, and coordinating with departments.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO, GMP, quality and food safety standards.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical preferred) or equivalent

Job description

Senior Process Engineer (US)

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: Cedar Rapids, IA

TITLE: Senior Process Engineer

REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, Process Engineering, F&II

WORKPLACE: Onsite

Ingredion is hiring a Sr. Process Engineer who will be responsible for leading and executing process improvement initiatives, capital projects, and technical support activities that enhance safety, efficiency, and product quality at our Winston-Salem facility. This role is a key individual contributor position within the Process Engineering team, requiring strong technical expertise, leadership behaviors, and cross-functional collaboration.

What you will do:

• Designing and implementing capital permits and projects as identified and assigned, within budget and on time, delivering targeted return on investment and in compliance with engineering standards.
• Providing technical support to the Safety Manager to design and/or redesign work processes that eliminate losses due to personal injury or property damage.
• Supervising and executing projects, establishing and meeting budgets, scheduling, and supervising project activity, training personnel, supervising start-up, and coordinating with all departments.
• Complying with all plant regulatory, ISO, Quality, Food Safety systems, GMP policies, guidelines, standards, and requirements.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical preferred) or equivalent in experience.
• Seven (7) + years of engineering experience demonstrating successful implementation of solutions, including effective project management of large-scale projects over $500k, and experience directing outside consultants and assisting with the supervision of junior engineers.
• Knowledge of the Wet Milling industry or relevant experience in other industries (food, chemical, bio-chemical, or pharmaceutical) with substantial experience in research, engineering, or manufacturing. Experience in the manufacture of sweeteners from starch, a plus.
• Knowledge of engineering and unit operations relevant to the Wet Milling industry, such as basic chemistry, heat and material balances, P&ID development, mechanical and physical/chemical separations, evaporation, crystallization, drying, material handling, CGMP, and energy management.

What you will bring:

• Challenge the status quo and think boldly, creating value in new ways for all customers.
• Respect and value others' differences, seeking opportunities to learn from those with different perspectives.
• Are never satisfied with the current results, assuming personal responsibility to work proactively and continually improve.
• Use data and findings to support broader and cross-functional business recommendations.

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.
• Flexible Work Arrangements - We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally.
• 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.

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 applicat