Senior Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable product and process characterizations to support Process Innovation Wet Characterization Facility objectives.
• Technically characterize critical quality attributes of products and ingredients across different scales.
• Model processes and unit operations to ensure scalable operations.
• Conduct tests and measurements to control variables such as temperature, density, pressure, and viscosity.
• Support new product development, product renovation, and ingredient qualification efforts.
• Analyze, design, and improve manufacturing process systems including bulk liquid processing, aseptic processing, CIP, and dry blending.
• Troubleshoot engineering problems with existing processes or equipment and support Root Cause Analysis activities.
• Ensure compliance of process parameters and operational conditions with USDA and FDA regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and build technical competency within the Process Innovation team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, science, or a closely related discipline.
• 5-10 years of engineering experience applying mathematics, statistics, and engineering principles to manufacturing systems.
• Familiarity with liquid aseptic processing and filling within the food industry.
• Expertise with powder processing and wet mixing in the food industry.
• Strong background in statistical analysis and output data interpretation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree.
• Technical background in Food and Beverage or nutritional products.

Benefits

• Training and career development including onboarding and tuition assistance.
• Competitive compensation and financial incentives.
• Comprehensive health care and well-being programs (medical, dental, vision, and wellness).
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match.

About the Company

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines.