Process Engineer

Process Engineer

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 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

GEA is seeking a Process Engineer to join our team based out of our brand-new, state of the art facility located in Janesville, WI. As a Process Engineer, 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.

Your job duties include:

• Evaluate and improve on processes for assigned GEA Markets, with the emphasis of GEA mechanical separation technology.
• Startup and commission GEA centrifuge equipment
• Support Sales Initiatives 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 projects.
• Works effectively in an interdisciplinary 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 Pharmaceutical and Chemical 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.
• Learn/utilize Rockwell Programming software to make minor edits to programs, collaborate with Automation Engineers, and support startups.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Position reports to the Process Engineering Manager.

Your profile/qualifications:

• BS in Chemical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of industry experience (preferably in the pharmaceutical or chemical industries)
• Microsoft Office Suite knowledge
• Rockwell Programming Experience a Plus.

Compensation and benefits at a glance:

• Annual Paid Holidays
• PTO - Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick)
• Medical Plans
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k) with excellent employer match
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Will be traveling up to but not exceeding 80% of the time in North America (Valid Passport Required).