Process Engineering Manager – Food & Beverage Equipment

Process Engineering Manager – Milwaukee, WI Area (On-Site)

About Our Client:
Our client is a leading company in the equipment industry, specializing in engineered-to-order projects for the food and beverage sector. They are committed to innovation, safety, and operational excellence.

What Our Client Offers You:

• Salary: $140,000 – $150,000
• Bonus Package: Performance-based incentives
• Medical Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k Benefits: Retirement plan with company match
• Paid Time Off: Holiday, vacation, and sick leave

What You’ll Do:
As a Process Engineering Manager, you will serve as a technical leader overseeing a multidisciplinary engineering team. Your role is vital in ensuring the successful delivery of complex engineered-to-order projects by leading process design, optimization, and compliance efforts. You will collaborate closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to drive innovation, efficiency, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 15 engineers across process, mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines.
• Oversee process engineering deliverables, including process flow diagrams, equipment sizing, and sanitation concepts.
• Validate process designs for performance, safety, and manufacturability, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance labor efficiency, reduce costs, and standardize processes.
• Partner with cross-functional teams during customer reviews, FATs, SATs, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure all process designs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements, including FDA and USDA compliance.

Qualifications You Have:

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of engineering experience within the food & beverage or related industries
• 3+ years in a leadership or management role
• Strong knowledge of process engineering, fluid mechanics, and sanitary design principles
• Experience sizing and specifying food and beverage process equipment
• Understanding of PLC-based automation and control systems
• Ability to travel up to 15%, primarily within North America

Recruiter Information:
Rob Navarro
RobN@kinsa.com