Process Engineer

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Job Summary

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Safety & Environment
• Ensure plant designs are safe and environmentally responsible.
• Participate in design reviews and risk assessments.
• Comply with relevant engineering legislation (e.g., EU Machinery Directive, PED).
• Maintain safe conduct, especially on customer/supplier sites.

• Process and mechanical Design
• Develop process solutions including:
• Process flowsheets, P&ID diagrams
• Equipment specifications and lists
• Process descriptions and KPIs
• Layouts, 2D/3D piping diagrams
• Perform design calculations (e.g., pipe sizing, pump sizing).
• Adhere to SPX FLOW procedures and design standards.
• Deliver tasks on schedule, within budget, and to required quality.

• Design Ownership
• Ensure designs meet:
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Customer specifications
• SPX FLOW standards and best practices
• Maintain consistency and completeness in design documentation.
• Ensure coherent integration of subsystems and clear external interfaces.
• Consider economic factors to support budget adherence.

• Communication & Teamwork
• Engage in technical discussions with customers and suppliers.
• Attend project meetings (kick-offs, progress reviews, design reviews).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams:
• Supply Chain (specifications, quotes, requisitions)
• Mechanical, automation, and electrical design
• Installation & Commissioning (design intent, critical requirements, issue resolution)
• Aftermarket (handover of design information)

• Documentation
• Prepare operating instructions and O&M manuals.
• Maintain structured and accessible design documentation.
• Compile spares lists and technical files per relevant legislation.

• Sales Support & Proposals
• Provide technical support in pre-contract meetings.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site surveys.
• Review technical content in quotations.
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical design knowledge for process equipment (spray dryers, evaporators, tanks).
• Material selection expertise (SS304/316L, Duplex), welding, insulation, CIP/SIP integration.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional, global teams.
• High ethical standards and performance orientation.
  

Education And Experience

• Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Food or Dairy Engineering.
• 5+ year experience in hygienic industries (dairy, food, beverage, pharma).
• Knowledge of hygienic design and CIP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD and SAP experience beneficial.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Primarily office-based with significant computer work.
• Ability to travel to SPX FLOW locations and customer sites is required.
• Occasional extended travel or work away from the office may be necessary.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Global travel up to approximately 25% of the time.
• Work environment may vary depending on project phase and location.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.