Senior Process Engineer - Fluid Process Systems
Salary: $135,000 - $150,000 per year
Location: Sun Prairie, WI
Posted: October 27 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Job Title: Senior Process Engineer - Fluid Process Systems
Location: Sun Prairie, WI
Reports To: Process Business Unit Manager
Travel: 30% – 50%
Must-Haves
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Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
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8–10 years of related process engineering experience (or equivalent education/experience)
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Proficiency in AutoCAD with Isometric
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Strong knowledge of Dairy 3A, USDA & FDA guidelines
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Hands-on experience with batching, processing, packaging, CIP/COP, pasteurization, filtration, and heat exchangers
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Understanding of instrumentation, controls, and utility systems (steam, condensate, glycol, tower water, city water)
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Valid US Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Passport for potential international travel
Strongly Preferred:
- Supervisory or leadership experience in process engineering
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Experience in the food & beverage, dairy, or pharmaceutical industries
About the Company
Position Overview
The Senior Process Engineer plays a key role in designing and developing fluid process systems—from single equipment installations to full plant layouts. You’ll manage projects from concept through design, equipment specification, installation, and start-up/commissioning while serving as a vital technical resource and communicator across clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
Responsibilities
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Lead design of process systems including equipment, utilities, and instrumentation.
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Size and specify pumps, valves, and components for each application.
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Develop PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances, utility/equipment matrices, SOPs/SSOPs, and performance specs.
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Prepare and manage RFQs for equipment vendors and contractors.
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Identify, analyze, and implement process improvements.
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Provide supervision for field personnel at customer sites.
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Collaborate with project teams to maximize efficiency and ensure customer satisfaction.
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Travel to client facilities for site visits, project oversight, and start-ups.
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Requisition or purchase essential equipment and materials.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
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Work is typically performed in an office environment but requires regular travel to client facilities, production plants, or construction job sites.
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Noise levels vary; industrial sites and production facilities may be loud.
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May require standing, walking, climbing, balancing, and lifting during site visits.
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Overtime, nights, weekends, or holidays may be required depending on project demands.
Skills & Competencies
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook).
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Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Professional, respectful, and positive interpersonal style.
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Supervisory experience preferred.