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Food Process Engineer Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Process Engineer

Wichita, KS · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

... food processing and environmental. The role is a part of our commercial team and requires an ... Engineering, manufacturing, or plant operations experience * Legal authorization to work ...

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Process Engineer

Wichita, KS · On-site

$85 - $115/hr

... Engineer at our Wichita, KS location to provide technical support by developing innovative ... food processing and environmental. The role is a part of our commercial team and requires an ...

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... Engineer at our Wichita, KS location to provide technical support by developing innovative ... food processing and environmental. The role is a part of our commercial team and requires an ...

Process Engineer

Atchison, KS · On-site

$80 - $115/hr

Process Engineer Details Job Title: Process Engineer Location: Atchison, KS & Requirements ... a food production facility, including at least 2 years of project management experience.

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Process Engineer

Emporia, KS · On-site

$65 - $90/hr

BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the ... Process Engineer, Facilities, Compliance, Agricultural, Lean Six Sigma, Engineering, Operations ...

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The Process Engineer will provide support to assigned facility to improve efficiencies ... BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the ...

The Process Engineer will provide support to assigned facility to improve efficiencies ... BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the ...

The Process Engineer will provide support to assigned facility to improve efficiencies ... BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the ...

At CJ Schwan's , we don't just make food - we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring ... We are currently seeking our next Principal Process Engineer to work out of the world's largest ...

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At CJ Schwan's , we don't just make food - we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring ... We are currently seeking our next Principal Process Engineer to work out of the world's largest ...

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Elwood, KS

$71K - $94K/yr

At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose ... The process engineer plays a key role in day-to-day operations, change/deviation management ...

... food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture ... We are looking for a Process Engineer to work in the daily monitoring and optimization of refinery ...

Experience in chemical, food, or other process manufacturing environments. * Knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines, including electrical, instrumentation, and process controls. * Experience ...

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How much do food process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for food process engineer in Kansas is $82,066.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,400.00 and $91,900.00 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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food process engineer?

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 does a food process engineer do?

A food process engineer designs, develops, and improves manufacturing processes for food products to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. They analyze production methods, optimize equipment, and may use tools like process simulation software, often working in manufacturing facilities and requiring knowledge of food safety standards. Their role helps streamline production while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.

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Infographic showing various Food Process Engineer job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,066 per year, or $39.5 per hour.

Process Engineer

Koch-Glitsch

Wichita, KS • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

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Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Koch-Glitsch, a global leader in mass transfer and separations equipment, is currently looking for an experienced Process Engineer at our Wichita, KS location to provide technical support by developing innovative solutions for Mass Transfer equipment, including trayed and packed tower applications.

Our Team

This role will support a broad range of industries including refining, petrochemicals, chemicals, biofuels, gas processing, pharmaceuticals, food processing and environmental. The role is a part of our commercial team and requires an individual who is self-motivated, technically strong, has excellent communication skills, can present a value proposition, and who is able to keep pace with the fast-paced sales environment. The role involves close collaboration with our sales, engineering, procurement, and operations teams to ensure that our solution is on time and offers the most value to the customer.

What You Will Do

  • Determine and anticipate customer expectations to provide value-based, technical solutions for our customers
  • Coordinate with multiple Koch Engineered Solutions businesses to find creative solutions that best meet the customer’s needs
  • Coordinate quoting effort for assigned opportunities working directly with customers, sales teams, estimators, equipment engineering, purchasing, project management, and manufacturing
  • Own all processes related to customer technical specifications from launch to completion, including hydraulic calculations, simulations and new arrangements that are compatible with customer specifications
  • Interact with customers to refine the proposed solution to meet varying needs as they arise
  • Work with the equipment execution team to ensure the equipment is built in compliance with the customer specifications and expectations
  • Develop tools and resources to improve knowledge sharing and efficiency within the process engineering team
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

  • Bachelor\'s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
  • Engineering, manufacturing, or plant operations experience
  • Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

  • Experience working with Mass Transfer Technology equipment
  • Previous process plant engineering experience
  • Experience developing and writing technical proposals
  • Experience collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to develop technical solutions.
  • Experience with process simulation using commercial software (Pro II, Aspen, etc)

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate\'s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

Your Job

Koch-Glitsch, a global leader in mass transfer and separations equipment, is currently looking for an experienced Process Engineer at our Wichita, KS location to provide technical support by developing innovative solutions for Mass Transfer equipment, including trayed and packed tower applications.

Our Team

This role will support a broad range of industries including refining, petrochemicals, chemicals, biofuels, gas processing, pharmaceuticals, food processing and environmental. The role is a part of our commercial team and requires an individual who is self-motivated, technically strong, has excellent communication skills, can present a value proposition, and who is able to keep pace with the fast-paced sales environment. The role involves close collaboration with our sales, engineering, procurement, and operations teams to ensure that our solution is on time and offers the most value to the customer.

What You Will Do

  • Determine and anticipate customer expectations to provide value-based, technical solutions for our customers
  • Coordinate with multiple Koch Engineered Solutions businesses to find creative solutions that best meet the customer’s needs
  • Coordinate quoting effort for assigned opportunities working directly with customers, sales teams, estimators, equipment engineering, purchasing, project management, and manufacturing
  • Own all processes related to customer technical specifications from launch to completion, including hydraulic calculations, simulations and new arrangements that are compatible with customer specifications
  • Interact with customers to refine the proposed solution to meet varying needs as they arise
  • Work with the equipment execution team to ensure the equipment is built in compliance with the customer specifications and expectations
  • Develop tools and resources to improve knowledge sharing and efficiency within the process engineering team
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

  • Bachelor\'s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
  • Engineering, manufacturing, or plant operations experience
  • Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

  • Experience working with Mass Transfer Technology equipment
  • Previous process plant engineering experience
  • Experience developing and writing technical proposals
  • Experience collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to develop technical solutions.
  • Experience with process simulation using commercial software (Pro II, Aspen, etc)

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate\'s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

#LI-SG2

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Koch-Glitsch keeps our customers’ operations running with a wide range of innovative products and solutions serving the refining, chemical and petrochemical industries. As a full-service provider of mass transfer, mist elimination and phase separation equipment, we handle everything from design and fabrication to delivery and installation.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how ourbusiness philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).

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