Process Engineering Team Lead at GEA Process Engineering

Responsibilities / Tasks

The Process Engineering Team Lead will oversee sales support, engineering, commissioning, and optimization of GEA Process systems within the Beverage & Filling Business Line. The role includes technical supervision and hands-on responsibilities, ensuring process engineering efforts align with GEA standards and meet customer objectives, adhering to quality, safety, and environmental compliance standards. This position offers a flexible working schedule with opportunities for remote or hybrid work.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Mentor and guide Process Engineers.

• Ensure deliverables meet GEA quality standards.

• Participate in design and project reviews.

• Review and approve key deliverables.

• Support drafting/review of KPIs and schedules.

• Approve commissioning plans.

• Facilitate technical training for new engineers.

Working Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee project phases from initial meetings to optimization.

• Ensure designs meet customer specifications within constraints.

• Collaborate with the project team to achieve goals.

• Maintain accurate records and technical documents.

• Create and evaluate Block Flow Diagrams (BFDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

• Develop equipment specifications and utility consumption designs.

• Lead software Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).

• Plan and implement test procedures and commissioning plans.

• Provide technical troubleshooting support.

• Conduct plant audits and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Support safety evaluations such as HAZOP meetings.

• Provide pre-sale and post-sale support, including site evaluations and training.

• Lead or support on-site commissioning activities.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• 12+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education (15+ years preferred).

• Processing experience in the food, dairy, or beverage industry is required.

• Experience in liquid processing or powder handling is preferred.

• Strong technical knowledge and equipment design expertise.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Ability to work well in a team setting and independently.

• Self-motivated, decisive, with commercial/business acumen.

• Ability to travel approximately 25% (up to 40%) to support various project activities.

GEA offers competitive pay and great benefits.

• 12 Paid Holidays

• PTO - Paid Time Off

• Medical Plans

• Dental Insurance

•  Vision Insurance

• Health Savings and Spending Accounts

• Tuition Reimbursement

• 401k with excellent employer match

• Wellness Incentive Program

• Employee Assistance Program

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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