Senior Process Engineer – Liquid Systems

CRB; Texas; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB is seeking a Senior Process Engineer with deep expertise in liquid processing systems for the food and beverage industry. You will lead design and execution of process systems for liquids in beverages, dairy, sauces, and other fluid products.

Responsibilities include managing scope, schedule, and budget, coordinating with clients and vendors, and delivering key deliverables such as P&IDs and energy balances.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering for liquid food or beverage systems.
• Knowledge of sanitary design, CIP systems, and fluid handling equipment.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.
• Familiarity with FDA, USDA, 3-A codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of liquid processing systems for food and beverage manufacturing facilities.
• Translate client requirements into process design scope and deliverables.
• Manage and coordinate with internal teams, clients, vendors, and construction partners.
• Oversee P&IDs, mass and energy balances, equipment specs, and process narratives.
• Support activities: vendor package management, FAT, risk assessments (HAZOP/HACCP), 3D model reviews, commissioning/support.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical development.

Skills

Process engineering

Liquid systems

Sanitary design

Project coordination

FDA/USDA/3-A knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

We are seeking aSenior Process Engineerwith deep expertise inliquid processing systemswithin thefood and beverage industry. This role will lead the design and execution of process systems for liquid products such as beverages, dairy, sauces, and other fluid-based consumables.

You’ll be responsible for managing the scope, schedule, and budget of your assigned systems or unit operations, while collaborating closely with clients, vendors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

This position can be hybrid with up to 50% travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development ofliquid processing systemsfor food and beverage manufacturing facilities.
• Translate client requirements into process design scope and deliverables.
• Manage and coordinate with internal teams, clients, vendors, and construction partners.
• Oversee technical deliverables such as P&IDs, mass and energy balances, equipment specifications, and process narratives.
• Support and lead activities such as:
  • Vendor package management and technical bid evaluations
  • Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
  • Risk assessments (HAZOP, HACCP)
  • 3D model reviews and coordination
  • Commissioning and startup support
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical development initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering (ABET-accredited)
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering forliquid food or beverage systems, specifically inconfectionary, pet food, fermentation, dairy, dressings and sauces.
• Strong understanding of sanitary design, CIP systems, and fluid handling equipment
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills
• Familiarity with industry codes and regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, USDA, 3-A)

Preferred Qualifications

• PE or EIT certification
• Experience with construction support (RFIs, submittals, punch lists)
• Hands-on experience with commissioning and troubleshooting liquid process systems
• Knowledge of automation and control systems for liquid processes

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

• CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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