Lead Process Engineer

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Lead Process Engineer who has a desire to contribute to our client's success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities. This position will be working out of our client location in Battle Creek, MI. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all mechanical design/engineering work for client, including machine layout, sanitary process piping systems, bulk material handling, dilute phase conveyor, dust collection, and utilities.
• Work in a manufacturing environment gathering field data and conducting field investigations as required for project work.
• Provide hands-on installation and start up support for assigned projects.
• Develop and write proposals that include concepts, deliverables, effort hours, and estimated costs.
• Promote best possible solutions for delivery via accurate and cost-effective engineering.
• Create equipment specifications and construction documents.
• Use AutoCAD to generate, present, discuss and lead design reviews.
• Interface personally and professionally with clients and vendors on a regular basis.
• Review equipment bids.
• Provide QC support of mechanical packages including layout drawings, P&IDs, PFDs, construction documents and equipment specifications. 
• Work as part of a collaborative project team integrated with partner contractors and client.
• Delegate design work and hold team members accountable.
• Provide technical coaching/mentoring as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience 
• 10+ years relevant engineering experience in dry bulk handling, processing, and packaging 

Previous recent experience with the following:

• 2D AutoCAD 
• Food processing 
• Sizing and selecting valves, pumps, pipe diameter, heat exchangers for food processing systems 
• P&ID’s 
• Combustible dust system integration 

Recent Experience Designing The Following:

• Bulk material handling equipment 
• Sanitary piping systems 
• Assisted cleaning for piping and equipment systems 
• Dilute phase conveyor system

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience leading and managing teams of engineers and designers.
• 15+ years relevant process engineering experience in dry bulk food handling, processing, and packaging.
• Experience leading technical design and integration of packaging systems.

Preferred Recent Experience Includes:

• Develop concept layout in 3D 
• Engineering consulting 
• Food products industry operations 
• Industrial HVAC design with allergen control 
• Pipe stress analysis 
• Product handling and packaging 
• Food Sanitary Standards 
• Fluid Flow 
• Heat Transfer 
• Thermodynamics 
• Material and energy balances 

Established Reputation: With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development. 

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers 

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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