Sr. Process Engineer

Symrise AG; Hodges (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Symrise is seeking an experienced Process Engineer for our Hodges, SC facility. The role focuses on driving OEE, yield improvements, and cost savings through advanced process optimization in spray drying and liquid processing.

You will develop running parameters, simulate workflow, and establish SOPs while supporting global teams. A Bachelor’s in Engineering and 8+ years in manufacturing are required, with MES experience and project management preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 8+ years of running/optimizing Spray Dryers (Box and Tower) and related process equipment preferred.
• Experience with MES and manufacturing data collection/analysis.

Responsibilities

• Drive OEE, yield improvements, cost savings, and process improvements at the Hodges manufacturing facility.
• Research and experiment with new technologies and methods for process optimization.
• Develop and refine optimal running parameters for Spray Drying and Liquid Processes.
• Define and simulate process flow diagrams and write standard operating procedures.
• Collect and organize process data to discover opportunities for process improvement.
• Support local and global expert teams in implementing new technology.

Skills

OEE optimization

Process optimization

Spray Drying

Heat & mass balance

MES

Project management

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MES software

Process simulation

Job description

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.

With sales of around €4.9 billion in the 2025 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.

Symrise - always inspiring more...

Your role

• Drive OEE, yield improvements, cost savings, and process improvements at the Hodges manufacturing facility
• Research and experiment with new technologies and methods for process optimization
• Develop and refine optimal running parameters for different products within Spray Drying and Liquid Processes
• Suggest and support Safety and Quality Improvements
• Establish expert knowledge and technical expertise in running and troubleshooting powder and liquid technologies in food. (i.e. spray-drying, pasteurization, membrane filtration, liquid separation, flavor and palatability processing, etc.)
• Define and simulate process flow diagrams and write standard operating procedures.
• Collect and organize process data to discover opportunities for process improvement
• Support local and global expert teams in implementing new technology.
• Support the local team with troubleshooting and RCA's.

Bachelor's degree required in Engineering or Similar Field Ideal candidates will possess the following:

• 8+ years of running/optimizing Spray Dryers (Box and Tower)
• Strong understanding of heat & mass balance, evaporation efficiency, and energy consumption
• Managerial / supervisory experience in a food manufacturing facility
• Experience implementing/utilizing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Project management in a manufacturing environment; preference to experience with stage-gate project management.
• Engineering and/or Maintenance/Reliability experience within a manufacturing environment.

Optional:

• Experience with high-protein or fat-containing products
• Exposure to energy reduction or decarbonization initiatives

Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.

Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.