Senior Process Engineer

TechniBlend LLC; Waukesha (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ProMach is seeking a seasoned Process Design & Engineering professional to develop PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances for dairy and food processing systems. You will design fluid systems, size equipment, and create manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

Lead engineering activities from concept to commissioning, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while delivering cost-efficient solutions.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or related field).
• 5+ years in process engineering for food & beverage or dairy systems.
• Strong knowledge of heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermal processes.
• Experience with CAD/CAE tools including SolidWorks and AutoCAD; familiarity with process simulation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances.
• Design and layout fluid process systems and mechanical solutions using SolidWorks 3D.
• Size and specify process equipment (pumps, valves, heat exchangers, CIP, pasteurizers, filtration).
• Lead process engineering activities for projects from concept through commissioning and site startup.

Skills

Process Design

PFD & P&ID

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CFD

Education

BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Process Simulation

Job description

Join ProMach and shine. Whether you're creative, strategic, persuasive, or mechanically inclined, there’s a place for you here. Be a problem-solver, a closer, a futurist—whatever drives you. At ProMach, you'll be challenged and rewarded as you help improve packaging performance and shape the future of automation. And we’ll be proud to have you on the journey. Are you passionate about this work?

Process Design & Engineering

• Develop and interpret process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and mass/energy balances.
• Design and layout fluid process systems and mechanical solutions using SolidWorks 3D to customers process and equipment needs.
• Size and specify process equipment such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, CIP systems, pasteurizers, and filtration units.
• Create assembly drawings for manufacturing and supporting documentation.

Project Execution

• Lead process engineering activities for projects from concept through commissioning including Bill of Materials (BOM), assembly drawings, revisions and supporting documentation, including on-site installation and start-up testing.
• Prepare RFQs, performance specifications, and vendor evaluations.
• Ensure proper sizing, selection, and procurement of equipment, instrumentation, and services are selected for each project.

Optimization & Troubleshooting

• Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities for efficiency, yield improvement, and cost reduction.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process deviations.
• Perform process capability studies and risk assessments.

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare and maintain accurate process documentation.
• This includes:
  • Best practices and procedures
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Technical Manuals and Training
  • Operation Manuals
  • Troubleshooting and Maintenance guides
• Ensure our designs and equipment are in compliance with food safety regulations and our customer and company standards.

Collaboration

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Operations, QA, Maintenance, Controls Engineering) both internally and externally.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

If this sounds like you, we want to connect!

Education:

BS in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or related field).

Experience:

5+ years in process engineering for food & beverage or dairy systems.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermal processes.
• Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
• Familiarity with CIP systems, pasteurization, and hygienic design principles.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD design and process simulation software.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Food safety standards (FDA, USDA, 3-A Sanitary Standards).
• Understanding of PLC-based automation and control systems.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills.
• Advanced problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Leadership abilities including ability to lead cross functional engineering teams.

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 fosters 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. The education and experience you bring to a role with us matter. Placement within our salary range is determined based upon years of directly relatable experience for your position. These components, along with local and national compensation survey data, contribute to deciding a candidate's potential starting rate of pay. Total compensation includes your pay, potential short-term incentive opportunities, comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs, as well as life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off programs, a retirement savings plan with a company match, and a wellness program. 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! Ability to travel up to 25%, including extended site visits. (Primarily North America with some International) #TEC #INTEC 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. Curious about life at ProMach? Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram! 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. ProMach may not be a brand you see on store or pharmacy shelves, but we are integral to your daily life, powering the processing and packaging machines behind consumer goods, food and nutrition, health, and everyday products. At ProMach, we are committed to responsibility, honesty, safety, and helping you grow. We seek individuals eager to shine—whether creative, strategic, technical, or persuasive—offering opportunities to shape your career in exciting directions. You’ll be challenged and rewarded, making an impact on our customers' performance while helping to build the future of packaging innovation. Our mission—to help customers protect their reputations and grow consumer trust—along with our core values, drives us to perform with passion, accountability, and proactive problem-solving. We emphasize collaboration and innovation, where every employee and voice matters, ensuring consistency and excellence in everything we do. When you join our team, you're not just taking a job; you're becoming part of something that lasts.