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Food Process Engineer Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Process Engineer

Stoughton, MA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Artisan's technologies support applications across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, food ... Key Responsibilities - Process & Application Engineering · The Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the ...

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Senior Process Engineer

Burlington, MA

$113K - $146K/yr

Overview The Senior Process Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group's quickly ... We are world leaders in the pharma, food, biotech, medical technology and mission critical sectors.

Senior Process Engineer

Burlington, MA · On-site

$113K - $146K/yr

Overview The Senior Process Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group's quickly ... We are world leaders in the pharma, food, biotech, medical technology and mission critical sectors.

The Process Engineer II is responsible to understand, optimize, and sustain manufacturing processes ... S. Food and Drug Administration regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 9001, ISO ...

Process Engineer II

Mansfield, MA · On-site

$71K - $97K/yr

The Process Engineer II is responsible to understand, optimize, and sustain manufacturing processes ... S. Food and Drug Administration regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 9001, ISO ...

Senior Process Engineer

Weston, MA · On-site

$75K - $182K/yr

... of food and dairy waste-to-renewable energy projects. The Company builds, owns, and operates on ... The Senior Process Engineer works cross-functionally with Development, Construction, and ...

We specialize in planning, engineering, and building food process plants and cold-storage warehouse and distribution facilities for food processors, distributors, retailers, wholesalers, and more.

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How much do food process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for food process engineer in Boston, MA is $99,968.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,900.00 and $111,900.00 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.

Process Engineer

$100K - $150K/yr

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Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Company Description Artisan Industries Inc. specializes in purification and separation solutions for a wide range of process industries, helping customers improve challenging separation processes and overall system performance. With over 85 years of experience, the company’s engineering team delivers customer-focused solutions from process development and R&D testing in its Technology Center to complete engineered systems. Artisan’s technologies support applications across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, food and beverage, biofuels, chemicals, nutraceuticals, and oil and gas. By designing new or customized process systems, Artisan helps reduce operating expenses, lower downtime, increase productivity, and enhance product quality. The company’s expertise covers solvent recovery, extraction, distillation, evaporation, concentration, purification, stripping, waste reduction, drying, and mass transfer processes.


Travel: less than 10%

Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000

Location: Flexible/Hybrid (New England Area Preferred)


Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical / Process Engineer with direct experience in the Design and Application Engineering of Process Vacuum systems. This position requires strong Expertise with Process Vacuum Equipment and Systems utilizing Ejectors, Eductors, Liquid Ring Vacuum pumps and systems thereof. 


Key Responsibilities – Process & Application Engineering

·        The Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Application, Design and Specification of Ejectors, Eductors, Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps and Systems thereof.

·        Technical and Engineering Review of End User RFQ’s. Select and size appropriate vacuum and auxiliary equipment appropriate to meet the end user requirements including performance guarantees

·        Support troubleshooting, optimization, and debottlenecking of existing systems

·        Maintain, develop and continuously improve existing proprietary Vacuum system application and sizing methods. 

Technical Customer Engagement

·        Support proposal development including technical descriptions, performance guarantees, and scope definition

·        Serve as the technical interface between customers, sales, and internal mechanical engineering teams

·        Participate in customer meetings, site visits, and technical presentations as required

·        Support system startup, commissioning, and performance validation as required

Product & Market Development

·        Assist with development of standardized and modular vacuum systems and supporting literature.

·        Provide feedback on customer needs, application gaps, and product improvement opportunities

·        Monitor industry trends in process vacuum, separation technologies, and energy optimization


Required Qualifications

 

·        Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

·        3+ years of DIRECT EXPERIEINCE with design, sizing and application of Vacuum Ejectors, Eductors, Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps, and Hybrid Systems.

·        Strong understanding of Condensers applicable to process vacuum systems including surface and barometric condensers.

·        Ability to read and develop PFDs and P&IDs

·        Comfortable working directly with customers in technical or applications roles

·        Willingness to travel as required

Preferred Qualifications

·        Experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, biotech, food processing, specialty chemical, or thermal power industries

·        Experience supporting custom-engineered capital equipment sales

•     Master’s degree (MS) – Engineering

Skills & Attributes

·        Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities

·        Clear communicator able to explain complex technical concepts

·        Self-directed, organized, and comfortable managing multiple projects and customers

·        Collaborative and customer-focused

What We Offer

·        Competitive base salary of $100,000 – $150,000 with comprehensive benefits

·        Opportunity to be the SME / Decision maker for complex, custom-engineered vacuum systems

·        Opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, sales, and strategy

·        Collaborative culture with strong opportunity for professional growth

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.