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Ecolab

Production Engineer

Joliet, IL

$85K - $128K/yr

Bachelor's degree in chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering * 2 years of experience in a chemical, food, or related manufacturing environment * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six ...

Tylent

Project Engineer

Eddyville, IA · On-site

The Senior Capital Engineer will plan, support, and where applicable, execute engineering ... chemical, food or related indust ries

Techforce

CHEMICAL ENGINEER

San Antonio, TX

Will also be required to assist/supervise operations of pilot plant. SHIFT WORK IS A MUST, but will ... S. Chemical Engineering or similar. Familiarity with computer software and especially excel and ...

Techforce

CHEMICAL ENGINEER

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Will also be required to assist/supervise operations of pilot plant. SHIFT WORK IS A MUST, but will ... S. Chemical Engineering or similar. Familiarity with computer software and especially excel and ...

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc

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Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices ...

Cruz Associates Inc

Chemical Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

... Chemical Engineer . The job location is at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD ... Ability to participate and assist in planning and coordinating individual assignments to meet ...

Webforge

Chemical Engineer

Waterloo, NE

The Engineer will work on many varied projects to achieve Coatings Division tactical and strategic ... Investigate innovations for chemical processes * Assist in the development of capital expense ...

Cargill

Senior Capital Engineer

Eddyville, IA · On-site

$99K - $136K/yr

Job Purpose and Impact The Senior Capital Engineer will plan, support, and where applicable ... Previous experience in chemical, food or related industries Additional Details Position is onsite.

Ecolab Inc.

Production Engineer

Joliet, IL

$85K - $128K/yr

Bachelor's degree in chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering * 2 years of experience in a chemical, food, or related manufacturing environment * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six ...

Cargill

Senior Capital Engineer

Eddyville, IA

$99K - $136K/yr

Job Purpose and Impact The Senior Capital Engineer will plan, support, and where applicable ... Previous experience in chemical, food or related industries Additional Details Position is onsite.

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Assistant Plant Manager

Baytown, TX · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Assistant Plant Manager Industry: Manufacturing Type: Full-time position Location: Baytown, TX ... Engineering * 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing, chemical, food ...

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc

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... Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance ... success. * Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to packaging systems during ...

Addison Group

Chemical Engineering Analyst

Sardis, MS · On-site

$50K - $70K/yr

Key Responsibilities * Assist in the tech transfer and scale-up of new processes from development ... Knowledge of regulatory standards in food, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. * Experience ...

Addison Group

Chemical Engineering Analyst

Sardis, MS · On-site

$50K - $70K/yr

Key Responsibilities * Assist in the tech transfer and scale-up of new processes from development ... Knowledge of regulatory standards in food, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing. * Experience ...

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc

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$88K - $121K/yr

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices ...

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How much do assistant chemical food engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant chemical food engineer in the United States is $88,754.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $104,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Chemical Food Engineer vs Food Technologist?

AspectAssistant Chemical Food EngineerFood Technologist
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field
Work EnvironmentFood manufacturing plants, laboratories, quality controlResearch labs, quality assurance, product development
Employer & Industry UsageFood production companies, processing plantsFood companies, research institutions, regulatory agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Assistant Chemical Food Engineer typically focuses on supporting food production processes, quality control, and applying chemical engineering principles in food manufacturing. A Food Technologist often emphasizes product development, research, and ensuring food safety standards. While both roles require related educational backgrounds and work in similar environments, their primary responsibilities differ, with the assistant role being more technical and process-oriented, and the technologist role centered on innovation and product quality.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Chemical Food Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,754 per year, or $42.7 per hour.
Production Engineer

Production Engineer

Ecolab

Joliet, IL

$85K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

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Ecolab rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 92 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

Join Ecolab at our flagship manufacturing site in Joliet, IL asa Production Engineer.You will lead technical improvement work at our largest chemical blend operation to produce the cleaning and sanitation products Ecolab makes for the United States' market.

What's in it For You:

  • Thrive in a company that values a culture of safety to include top-notch safety training and personal protection equipment

  • Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

  • Work at Ecolab's largest North American manufacturing facility. Here you'll find tons of opportunities to grow and challenge yourself!

What You Will Do:

  • Ensure safe work practices at all times

  • Create a healthy employee relations climate. Support a team-based environment with engagement and communication at the forefront

  • Own / develop result tracking systems and utilization

  • Define and improve equipment and TPM system standards

  • Coach and develop EO and RE technical skill capabilities

  • Lead daily, weekly and monthly technical troubleshooting

  • Apply, improve, and coach others on TPM tools to drive process improvements - AM, PM, FI

  • Lead OEE and capacity improvements for the business with an emphasis on top loss transformations

  • Develop and lead execution of OEE improvement action plan

  • Work closely with Production and Reliability teams to implement and improve TPM tools (CIL's, CL's, planned maintenance standards, etc.)

  • Lead small technical changes (FI projects) and small capital improvements

  • Work closely with the Engineering team to provide technical design input to and lead the start-up of the projects using Early Equipment Management (EEM) tools and the CQV process.

  • Develop technical mastery in area / process as well as TPM tools and apply scientific understanding to key area transformations

  • Lead and deliver aligned Material Loss & QA projects

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

  • 2 years of experience in a chemical, food, or related manufacturing environment

  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies

  • No immigration sponsorship available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5 years of experience in a chemical, food, or related manufacturing environment

  • Master's Degree in an Engineering discipline

  • World Class manufacturing and TPM experience

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $85,900.00 - $128,900.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.Click here to see our benefits.

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.


Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.


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Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

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Ecolab is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Paul, MN, US

Year founded

1923

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