Process Engineer

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

Responsibilities / Tasks

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore

• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster

• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset

• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance

• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

As a Process Engineer at GEA, , you would be responsible for supporting customers by optimizing GEA centrifugal equipment after delivery, supporting sales development, spearheading R&D efforts for new product development, and much more.

What You’ll Do:

• Evaluate and improve on processes for assigned GEA Markets, with the emphasis of GEA mechanical separation technology.
• Support Sales Engineers in developing innovative solutions for customers.
• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
• Prepare and process samples for spin down studies and facilitate Design of Experiments for further testing and product development.
• Collect, record, and transcribe data in detailed reports.
• Maintain testing equipment as required and needed for job responsibilities.
• Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of production process (both upstream and downstream of GEA equipment)
• Ability to train customers on proper and safe use of GEA equipment.
• Ability to train other GEA team members on both equipment and processes.
• Work with Project Engineering to develop cost-effective and efficient solutions for future sales projects.
• Works effectively in a Team based work environment.
• Ability to read/interpret P&IDs, General Arrangement (Mechanical Drawings), Electrical Schematics, and other engineering documentation.
• Ability to work in multiple GEA markets, with the emphasis on the ethanol, protein, starch, or industrial biotech industries
• Familiarity with process controls, motor controls, instrumentation, automation principles, and industrial networking.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures utilized in machine/system control systems.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Position reports to the Sales Director.

Your Profile / Qualifications

   

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or related field.
•    Minimum 5 to 10 years of industry experience (preferably ethanol, protein, starch, or industrial biotech industries)

• Microsoft Office Suite knowledge

• Proven ability to juggle multiple projects and deliver on time.
• Strong communicator with excellent verbal/written skills and customer focus.
• Skilled at building strong working relationships – internally and externally.
• Passion for solving complex problems with process equipment or technical systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is a plus.
• Experience with wastewater or energy projects is a strong bonus.

Will be traveling up to, but not exceeding 75% of the time in North America (Valid Passport Required).

At GEA, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected will be provided during the phone screen. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.

The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  You may be eligible for additional rewards.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Please note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

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