Senior Process Engineer – Capital Projects & Improvement

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

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.