Senior Process Engineer I - Imbibe

Summary of Position

Technically proficient Engineer that is directly involved with equipment operation, process development,

commercialization of ingredients and finished goods, and root cause analysis. This individual works alongside

vendors, teammates, and external customers to meet project deadlines and launch new projects to market.

Essential Job Duties

• Support new products in scale up and first production launches at multiple co-manufacturing locations across multiple product types
• Apply sound engineering principles to food and beverage processes to meet production and customer requirements
• Proficient in operating equipment and comfortable with using tools for measurement and repairs
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practice guidelines during the production of food and beverage products.
• Ensure that processing and manufacturing concerns are incorporated into product development efforts throughout the life cycle of a project
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis and Process Improvement projects
• Able to conduct independent development/troubleshooting work
• Write technical documents with accuracy and clear detail in a professional format
• Work collaboratively with other employees in other roles and outside customers as part of a project team
• This role may include supervision of other teammates or management of entry to mid-level roles (typically 1-3 direct reports)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering disciplines: Chemical, Mechanical, Biochemical, etc.
• Minimum experience – 4 years
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• At times will need to bend and kneel on the floor
• At times will carry, move, or push objects weighing 50lbs+
• At times will work at elevated heights
• Ability to work collaboratively and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to observe details at close range.
• Constantly moves about the pilot plant, labs, and office

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous food and beverage R&D or manufacturing experience
• Visual Basic or Python experience
• Experience building and executing Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Experience using statistical analysis for application in unit operations
• Excellent technical writing skills
• Experience leading plant trials and productions

Working Conditions

• Will be present in plant with floors that can be wet and/or slippery and may be cold (40°F) or hot (90+°F)
• Plant equipment can be dangerous to touch due to rotary, electrical or temperature danger
• Exposure to food and beverage product tastings which may include allergens
• This job may require up to 30% travel