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Beyondmeat

Process Engineer

El Segundo, CA

The Process Engineer will focus on food process engineering, process development, and scale-up, ensuring manufacturing systems consistently deliver high-quality products that meet defined ...

Beyond Meat

Process Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

The Process Engineer will focus on food process engineering, process development, and scale-up, ensuring manufacturing systems consistently deliver high-quality products that meet defined ...

Humetis Group

Process Engineer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Engineering Manager Location: San Antonio, TX Position Summary The Process Engineer is a key ... This role is responsible for researching, evaluating, and implementing advanced food processing ...

Saige Partners

Process Engineer

Lathrop, CA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Job Summary - Process Engineer The Process Engineer is responsible for designing, validating, and optimizing manufacturing processes in an aseptic food production environment This role supports pilot ...

Saige Partners

Process Engineer

Germantown, WI · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Job Summary - Process Engineer The Process Engineer is responsible for designing, validating, and optimizing manufacturing processes in an aseptic food production environment This role supports pilot ...

1 point system

Process Engineer

Lake Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Title: Process Engineer Location : St Louis, MO Hybrid Process : Teams Interview Length : 6-12 ... US or GC Only Must have Food Industry experience * Design, budget, implement, and optimize new and ...

FrieslandCampina

$110 - $150/hr

Senior Process Engineer Darlington Wisconsin (US) Engineering & Technology 40+ Senior Process ... Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, quality, environmental, and safety requirements. * Lead ...

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JRG Partners

Food Process Scientist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Preferred Masters in Food Science/Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics or a related degree ? 3-5+ years of experience in process research in the food industry ...

The Stellar Group Inc

Process Engineer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

This role requires a deep understanding of food processing technologies, the design and delivery of ... The Process Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product development ...

Stellar

Process Engineer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

This role requires a deep understanding of food processing technologies, the design and delivery of ... The Process Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product development ...

Sharpe Engineering

Process Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support the design, development, and execution of sanitary process systems for the food & beverage industry. This hands-on ...

Sharpe Engineering

Process Engineer

Amherst, WI · On-site

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support the design, development, and execution of sanitary process systems for the food & beverage industry. This hands-on ...

Sharpe Engineering

Process Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support the design, development, and execution of sanitary process systems for the food & beverage industry. This hands-on ...

Gehl Food & Beverage

Process Engineer

Germantown, WI · On-site

Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, FDA, and plant safety requirements. * Lead cross ... engineering experience in the food or beverage industry, preferably in an aseptic processing ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for food process engineer in the United States is $92,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food process engineer?

A Food Process Engineer designs, develops, and optimizes food manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety. They work with equipment, ingredients, and technologies to improve food production methods. Their role may involve research, troubleshooting, and implementing automation to enhance productivity. Food Process Engineers collaborate with food scientists, quality assurance teams, and production staff to meet industry regulations and consumer demands.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a food process engineer?

A Food Process Engineer’s daily responsibilities often include designing and optimizing production processes, troubleshooting equipment or product issues, and ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards. You may also coordinate closely with production staff, quality assurance teams, and R&D departments to implement new technologies or process improvements. Documentation and analysis of process data, as well as participation in meetings to discuss ongoing projects, are common parts of the day-to-day routine. This dynamic role offers variety and the opportunity to continuously make impactful improvements to food production.

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To thrive as a Food Process Engineer, you need a solid background in chemical or food engineering, strong problem-solving abilities, and experience with food safety regulations, typically supported by an engineering degree. Familiarity with software tools such as AutoCAD, process simulation programs, and knowledge of relevant certifications like HACCP or Six Sigma is often required. Attention to detail, effective teamwork, and strong communication skills help you succeed in cross-functional environments. These abilities ensure the safe, efficient, and innovative development of food processing systems that meet quality and regulatory standards.

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Infographic showing various Food Process Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,018 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Food Process Engineer

Fort Wayne, IN • On-site

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

About Us
We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.
Job Summary
Shambaugh & Son is looking for a Food Process Engineer. In this role you will be responsible for performing quality food process engineering design services in a professional manner so projects are implemented that meet or exceed our customer's satisfaction for schedule and budget.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Responsible for flow diagrams and making sure specifications have been developed in accordance with:
    • Customer requirements
    • Shambaugh & Son standards and specifications
    • Federal, State, and Local regulatory agency requirements
  • Balance calculations that have been developed and provided to the customer for review and confirmation of
    project production design criteria
  • Responsible for production line time studies, capacity usage studies, and product mass flow calculations
  • Confirm process utility spreadsheet is filled out and distributed to the other project disciplines identifying
    the utility service needs of the project process design
  • Create detailed scope of work is prepared that clearly and concisely communicates our scope of work to
    both our clients and estimating department
  • Utilize standard practices pertaining to engineering calculations, spreadsheets, equipment schedules,
    standard details, piping methods, and control sequences
  • Develop project installation requirements (materials of construction, installation methods, etc.) to
    adequately convey our scope of work and level of quality to our client, internal estimating staff and field
    installation staff
  • Responsible for equipment specifications/schedules and RFQ's have been assembled as required to enable
    quick and accurate response to inquiries
  • For projects that proceed to construction:
    • Project documents (i.e. approval drawings, equipment specification sheets (cut sheets) have been
      distributed to the appropriate project team members in a timely manner)
    • A written functional description has been prepared to describe required operation of the process
      design to the Shambaugh Automation Group
    • Provide on-site engineering support for an existing construction project
    • Projects are commissioned (including troubleshooting) and owner operators are trained
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Agricultural, Chemical, Mechanical or Food Process Engineering
  • 3-5 years of experience across one or more industries with design and project emphasis in the Food and Beverage industry (breweries, bottlers, dairies, confectionary producers, etc)
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment
  • Travel is expected with this position, duration is determined as required for project design and execution
  • Experienced with MS Office product offerings, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus
  • Can communicate clearly and effectively, in both written and oral work
  • Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer
As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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