Process Engineer I

$74,400 - $111,600/Yr

Chobani - New Berlin, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New Berlin, NY

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Process Engineer I at Chobani is responsible for defining, documenting, and implementing optimal manufacturing technologies while developing and maintaining machinery and processing specifications. This role involves executing engineering projects assigned by the Process Engineering Manager, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and specifications, and requires strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design during the conceptual phase of project development using team management skills.
• Assess vendors for competence, capabilities, resources, and financial status; review and negotiate bid documents.
• Accountable for project development, creating and updating P&IDs, PFDs, and any other documentation required for the definition of scope of work.
• Prepare conceptual engineering designs and floor plans for process equipment.
• Determine the layout of piping, equipment, and utilities for engineering changes.
• Prepare validation and flush plans for process tie-ins, and support plant shutdown weekend activities.
• Verify installation of new equipment and support commissioning and validation efforts.
• Act as a processing subject matter expert with the team in support of project management, automation, and performance optimization groups.
• Define and develop all aspects of dairy and non-dairy processing equipment used in manufacturing of Greek yogurt and non-dairy products.
• Participate in all phases of a project from initial team meetings through pre-award support, proposal generation, installation, commissioning, and start-up as assigned by the Project Manager.
• Provide guidance and expertise to plant operations, project managers, and other functions as necessary in the development of packaging-related projects.
• Interact with operation, marketing, quality, sales, and multiple equipment suppliers.
• May be assigned as project manager on specific projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Processing, Mechanical, Biochemical or Chemical engineering programs.
• 5-7 years of experience in a similar engineering role.
• Experience in dairy processing processes, including pasteurization, separation, etc. (desirable but not required).
• Experience in processing equipment and materials as related to the food and beverage industry.
• Working knowledge of project life cycle deliverables, contract & schedule.
• Knowledge in sizing pumps, piping, and other general dairy processing equipment.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Project, CAPE or TOPS, and AutoCAD.
• Pro-activity, personal drive, decisiveness, commercial/business discernment, communication skills, excellent teamwork skills, organizational competency, and the ability to prioritize.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in dairy processing processes, including pasteurization, separation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $74,400.00 - $111,600.00 plus bonus.