Senior Process Engineer - equipment design

Technical Engineers are internal experts and key leaders in delivering complex, technical initiatives.
Strong, innovative, deep internal technical experts on and business processes that ensure fast commercialization of new initiatives; continuity to not repeat mistakes; and the ability for field teams to get critical support and information as needed.
Responsible for sourcing, developing, and implementing solutions that meet business needs.
The SCTE (Supply Chain Transformational Engineering) Process team supports process technology across capacity, productivity, sustainability, maintenance, innovation, and developmental projects.
The team’s purpose is to provide process solutions across all platforms through seamless collaboration with our key partners.
*Responsibilities* *ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* * Responsible for developing and defining process equipment scope and technology in support of projects and programs.
* Develop process equipment specifications, and conduct process validation activities such as modeling, mass balance, and testing with external suppliers and consultants.
* Execute pilot scope for commercialization including the development of IP, safety, quality, operational and performance metrics, and influence capital and schedule requirements.
* Lead equipment start-up and validate process equipment during Factory Inspection Tests, Engineering Test Runs and Commissioning for new projects.
* Perform basic economic evaluations on new processes and estimate the potential business value.
* Troubleshoot problems with snack food production and pilot test equipment.
* Evaluate snack food process equipment and design solutions that balance competing requirements for optimal performance, maintenance & sanitation access, cleanability, and safety.
* Works independently to apply advanced engineering techniques and analysis to business needs.
* Assists in the development and update of disciplined standards and procedures.
* Develops innovative and cost competitive solutions to complex problems.
* Develops training material and conducts technical seminars to improve team member technical and project management knowledge and capability.
* Actively participates in, promotes, and maximizes the use of our Community and other available resources.
* Provides input for strategic decisions in areas of expertise and proactively identifies areas of risk and develops solutions to ensure results.
*SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* * As part of a team, Process Engineering Technical Leader will partner with other functions (Field Operations, Manufacturing COE/MOS, SCTE Manufacturing Project Managers, Asset Strategy, R&D, etc.
) to provide detailed technical input to the project teams to ensure that the process solutions deliver quality, productivity, and service metrics.
* Is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Process operations and equipment.
* Keeps up to date on industry developments and applies new equipment/solutions to support business needs.
* Supports project team activities in the design, installation, and startup phases of projects in execution.
* Evaluate and maintain Process Engineering Standards.
* Review project drawings to ensure consistency and adherence to standards.
*Compensation & Benefits:* * The expected compensation range for this position is between $72,500 - $121,300 based on a full-time schedule.
* Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary.
* Bonus based on performance and eligibility; target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
* Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
* In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
*Qualifications* * Excellent communicative skills.
* High level of collaboration and influence skills.
* Strong technical experience and knowledge of process fundamentals and core platforms.
* Ability to manage extreme complexity and multiple workstreams.
* Established creative thinker and an expert in the commercialization of aligned strategies.
* BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
* Familiar with FSMA and sanitary design principles.
* Ability to read P&IDs, equipment & process line layout & elevation drawings, read & write equipment performance specifications.
* Minimum 5 years in an engineer related role.
Process engineering in consumer products preferred.
* Technical curiosity with a desire to continuously learn.
* Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented culture.
* Ability to travel up to 30%-50% of the time.
*EEO Statement* All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $106,033.
00 - $114,827.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Experience level: * 5 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work setting: * In-person Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Process equipment design: 5 years (Required) * Process engineering: 5 years (Required) * Design engineer: 5 years (Required) * Technical project management: 5 years (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Plano, TX 75024: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: * 50% (Required) Work Location: In person