Process Engineer

Responsibilities / Tasks

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore

• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster

• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset

• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance

• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

At GEA, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.

Your responsibilities are:

Position Overview

GEA is seeking Process Engineer to join our team based out of our brand-new, state of the art facility located in Janesville, WI. As a Process Engineer, you would be responsible for supporting customers by optimizing GEA centrifugal equipment after delivery, supporting sales development, spearheading R&D efforts for new product development, and much more.

Process Engineer Job Duties

• Evaluate and improve on processes for assigned GEA Markets, with the emphasis of GEA mechanical separation technology.

• Startup and commission GEA centrifuge equipment

• Support Sales Initiatives in developing innovative solutions for customers.

• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.

• Prepare and process samples for spin down studies and facilitate Design of Experiments for further testing and product development.

• Collect, record, and transcribe data in detailed reports.

• Maintain testing equipment as required and needed for job responsibilities.

• Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of production process (both upstream and downstream of GEA equipment)

• Ability to train customers on proper and safe use of GEA equipment.

• Ability to train other GEA team members on both equipment and processes.

• Work with Project Engineering to develop cost-effective and efficient solutions for future projects.

• Works effectively in an interdisciplinary work environment.

• Ability to read/interpret P&IDs, General Arrangement (Mechanical Drawings), Electrical Schematics, and other engineering documentation.

• Ability to work in multiple GEA markets, with the emphasis on the Pharmaceutical and Chemical industries.

• Familiarity with process controls, motor controls, instrumentation, automation principles, and industrial networking.

• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures utilized in machine/system control systems.

• Learn/utilize Rockwell Programming software to make minor edits to programs, collaborate with Automation Engineers, and support startups.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Strong communication skills.

• Position reports to the Process Engineering Manager.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of industry experience (preferably in the renewable or environmental industries)
• Microsoft Office Suite knowledge
• Rockwell Programming Experience a Plus.

At GEA, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.

The typical base pay range for this position