Process Development Engineer Grand Rapids Michigan
DISHER is currently partnering with a leader in food stabilization in Grand Rapids MI to fill their Process Development Engineer position. In this role you will collaborate with sales customers and key suppliers to ensure each system is designed efficiently cost-effectively and in compliance with industry standards. Working collaboratively with sales the process development engineer is responsible for the excellent execution in translating engineering concepts/early sales efforts into functional installations at customer sites.
What its like to work here:
This small machine design company is committed to reducing waste and improving the planet through transforming underused resources into nutritious profitable materials. They have a strong commitment to their company values: Selflessly Serve Trail-Blaze Direct Honesty Never Settle Work Hard Play Hard. All team members are driven by their desire to serve others and create a more sustainable way of living.
What you will get to do:
Lead the companys systems engineering development of process components and system design that meet customer requirements internal and industry standards and internal cost and margin requirements
Develop the process and designs for both proposals and new projects
Collaborate with sales engineer and outside vendors to develop and deliver optimal solutions
Lead onsite customer technical engagement including technical workshops installations and post installation service and support
Develop new system recipes for processing customer specific materials
Perform process engineering activities in all project phases and according to the GTF product development process including feasibility/economic studies conceptual design identification and evaluation of alternatives front-end design detail engineer construction and start up/commissioning
Conduct trials and tests to validate new processes and equipment
Train production staff on new processes and procedures
What will make you successful:
Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineer Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 5 years in food and beverage industry
Strong understanding of food manufacturing requirements and safety standards
Proficiency in statistical analysis and the usage of related software and tools
Strong project management analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
Ability to travel to customer sites as needed
Experience in industrial automation and system controls
Must have the current and continuing right to work in the United States of America
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