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The Process Engineer will report to the Head of Commercialization and work closely in a cross-functional environment with Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Operations teams. This role is responsible for advancing Beyond Meat’s innovative products from early feasibility through full production readiness, supporting manufacturing, and enabling successful, on-time product launches.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 specifications. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing processes during feasibility and pilot phases, followed by scaling, commissioning, and supporting production-ready manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate is an engineer with 1–2 years of relevant experience, strong process development fundamentals, and a clear interest in translating bench-scale concepts into pilot and commercial production—particularly within innovative food products. Success in this role requires a collaborative, hands-on, and results-driven mindset. the ability to apply scientific principles and data-driven methodologies to food process development, take initiative, remain organized, and deliver results aligned with project **TASKS, DUTIES, & GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES** Communicate process engineering learnings, results, and manufacturing capabilities clearly across cross-functional commercialization teams. Organize and conduct process engineering development, including PFDs, energy and mass balance, process and equipment trials, process design, specification, and commissioning.Integrate quality and food safety requirements, including critical control points, into equipment and process specifications. Contribute to cost estimates, capital and expense budgets, and associated project plans for process engineering activities. **Supervisory Duties (if applicable)** **EDUCATION, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS**BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Biosystems Engineering or Food Process Engineering – 1-2 years of relevant food process engineering experience working with R&D, Commercialization, and Operations in NPI process development, production scale-up, and commercial launches – Experience with GMP and SQF systems – Proven engineering experience in a growth-oriented business environment, with a track record of overcoming difficult challenges to achieve business and project objectives.Demonstrated success in process engineering development, scale-up, and commissioning including high-impact work output, trials, and production launches.Strong problem-solving ability to simplify complex processes and implement practical solutions. Excellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and perform physical tasks including climbing, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.Beyond The Plant Protein Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identify, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Beyond Meat reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time. For all U.S. based roles: Applicants must be authorized to work for a U.S. employer. This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship at this time.Beyond The Plant Protein Company has a clear value proposition for people and the planet — with innovation at its core. It’s no surprise, therefore, that we attract a passionate team of problem-solvers and individuals dedicated to making the world a better place. Our culture is grounded in cross-functional collaboration so we can continue to develop products that can both surprise and delight consumers and deliver tangible benefits to society. #J-18808-Ljbffr