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Mead & Hunt

Project Manager - Food & Beverage

Denver, CO · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Utilizing expertise in sanitary design of food processing facilities * Some travel will be required The successful candidate will have: * Bachelor's degree (or higher) in architecture, engineering or ...

JBS USA

FOOD SCIENTIST II-OPTIMIZATION

Greeley, CO · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Analyze processing data, cook yields, slicing yields, and formulation costs to identify improvement ... Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Poultry Science, Animal Science, Engineering, or ...

JBS USA

FOOD SCIENTIST II-OPTIMIZATION

Greeley, CO

Analyze processing data, cook yields, slicing yields, and formulation costs to identify improvement ... Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Poultry Science, Animal Science, Engineering, or ...

JBS USA

FOOD SCIENTIST II-OPTIMIZATION

Greeley, CO

$90K - $115K/yr

Analyze processing data, cook yields, slicing yields, and formulation costs to identify improvement ... Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Poultry Science, Animal Science, Engineering, or ...

JBS Imports

FOOD SCIENTIST II-OPTIMIZATION

Greeley, CO · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Analyze processing data, cook yields, slicing yields, and formulation costs to identify improvement ... Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Poultry Science, Animal Science, Engineering, or ...

JBS USA

FOOD SCIENTIST II-OPTIMIZATION

Greeley, CO

$90K - $115K/yr

Analyze processing data, cook yields, slicing yields, and formulation costs to identify improvement ... Bachelor?s degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Poultry Science, Animal Science, Engineering, or ...

Clean Chemistry, Inc.

Field Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

... food processing facilities for product trials and permanent installations ● Travel to and work at customer facilities to run product trials with Clean Chemistry's teams. Communicate and work with ...

Tuttle AAG, LLC

Sales Engineer

Denver, CO

... such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and pet food. With over 50 years of excellence, we ... engineering and project teams to craft tailored solutions. • Manage all aspects of project ...

Gulftech Group

Product Line Engineer

Englewood, CO · On-site

$85K - $116K/yr

Engineering Manager (solid line), Sales Director (dotted line) FLSA: Exempt Status: Full Time ... Our companies serve the largest food production and processing companies across the globe. What you ...

Pilgrim's

FOOD SCIENTIST I

Greeley, CO · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

... process opportunities in formulation functionality and shelf-life. * Engage with vendors in new ... Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Poultry Science, Engineering, or related field ...

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How much do food process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for food process engineer in Colorado is $96,758.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,300.00 and $108,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Food Process Engineer position, and why are they important?

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.

What is a Food Process Engineer job?

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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Process Technology Manager - Food & Beverage (Multiple Locations)

Process Technology Manager - Food & Beverage (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell

Denver, CO • On-site

$215K - $390K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Burns & McDonnell rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 78 rated construction

Job description

Description The Global Facilities Food & Beverage Process Technology Manager will be the overall manufacturing & technology expert in their (sub)market. The PTM will work closely with the Business Development team on identifying and capturing opportunities and will play a major role in early project definition for Clients: from proposal development to conceptual engineering, feasibility studies and class 4 / 5 cost estimates. The PTM combines broad expertise in their field with strong communications skills and the ability to work with Clients directly. They provide direction and can lead early process studies, technology evaluations and overall early-phase project development initiatives through application of experience in process design and technology implementation in combination with deep knowledge of the (sub)market. Submarkets: Dairy, Protein, Beverage (e.g. Carbonated Soda Drinks), Chocolate, Pet food, Frozen & prepared foods, Salty snacks, and Bakery.
  • Develop and use professional networks to identify and capture opportunities.
  • Work with Sales & Business Development as integral part of the "capture team" in the preparation of submittals, proposals, presentations, contract negotiations and related activities.
  • Provide technical oversight of assigned projects, mainly focused on feasibility and conceptual design.
  • Lead the integration of Process Safety principles into early project development, conceptual engineering and process design activities to support safe construction and use of the facility. Evaluate and where needed apply inherently safer design principles and risk-based decision making as well as industry leading practices to manage operational risk and enhance lifecycle performance.
  • Ability to develop early ROM estimate / Class 4 or 5 Estimates.
  • Can lead or participate in Value Engineering efforts and bring opportunities for 'right-sizing' elements of the project / opportunity to clients.
  • Actively maintain current knowledge and understanding of market trends, and technologies. Maintain current knowledge of relevant market trends, impacting our clients. Provide periodic updates to F&B management in support of strategic initiatives, as well as marketing and sales efforts.
  • Provide technical leadership and representation of the company through active participation in select conferences and technical seminars, including activities such as writing papers, delivering presentations and/or supporting conference marketing initiatives and events.
  • Coach and mentor sales pursuits and capture teams. Bring in the "voice of the customer".
  • Provides coaching, guidance and support to relevant Subject Matter Leaders.
  • Manage and support the quality review process for assigned projects.
  • Manage work activities of technical personnel in the production of process engineering deliverables.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in chemical engineering or related field from accredited program and 13 years related experience in design engineering or consulting. Previous Engineering & Construction (E&C) experience is preferred.
  • Master's Degree preferred.
  • Experience leading Front-End Planning, detailed design and construction on process facility projects preferred.
  • Expert knowledge of process industry design concepts and best practices.
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in the use of process technical tools and software including process simulators and equipment rating programs.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Preferred:
  • Over 5 years relevant experience in Operations, Engineering, Capital Project execution on the Client side.
  • Current preference for markets: (Animal) protein, beverage, fresh pet food, dairy, chocolate and bakery.

Compensation
$215,000.00-390,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell's PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Chemical Engineering
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Other Locations US-CT-Wallingford, US-WI-Madison, US-CO-Denver, US-GA-Atlanta, US-MN-Minneapolis/St Paul, US-IL-Chicago
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 262070
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #GFS

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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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