Job Description

Senior Process Engineer

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GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA's success - come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.



Why join GEA

Job information

Reference Number

JR-0033404

Job function

Engineering

Position type

Full time

Site

Leacroft Road, Warrington, Cheshire Cheshire WA3 6JF


GEA is one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Guided by a strong sense of purpose, our more than 18,000 dedicated employees work to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.
Your responsibilities and tasks:
As a Senior Process Engineer (Pre-Sales & Execution) with a leading engineering and equipment company, you will report to the Head of Process Engineering. Your primary responsibilities will include creating designs, preparing technical and commercial proposals, and overseeing project execution from detailed design to commissioning. In addition to managing smaller projects, you will also provide support and mentorship to junior engineers when needed.



Pre Sales

Support sales team with client visits and presentations. Translate the client requirements into technical solutions Process, equipment and piping sizing. Development of enquiry stage P&IDs. Development of key assumptions, execution plan and scope boundaries. Costing of equipment/components supply. Review, with multiple functions, enquiry documents and obtain clarifications where required. Support multiple functions to prepare their respective scope and costings. Consolidate costs and prepare an overall cost calculation. Consolidate plans and develop an overall execution plan and timeline. Prepare Technical and Commercial Proposals in accordance with defined scopes of supply. Maintain Proposal documentation in line with company procedures and policies to ensure compliance with set requirements & standards.

Performance - Pre Sales

Accuracy of designs / costings Accuracy of scope Management of scope gaps Delivery of proposals on agreed times Dealing with multiple proposals Design Recycle / Fast turn around

Execution

Support project manager with client visits and presentations. Support the project manager with change control and scope variations. Produce designs for P&IDs, Equipment Lists, Datasheets, Process and Functional Descriptions. Produce requests for quotations for our sub-suppliers, review and obtain clarifications where required. Perform supplier's bid analysis and recommend vendors to the project manager/supply chain manager. Review, with multiple functions, design documents and obtain clarifications where required. Review, with sub-suppliers, design documents and obtain clarifications where required. Take part of commissioning, product and cleaning tests and initial production support. Maintain Project documentation in line with company procedures and policies to ensure compliance with design and QHSE standards.

Performance - Execution


Accuracy of designs Achievement of contractual performance Scope, change & gap management Delivery of designs on agreed times Dealing with multiple contracts Right-at-First Commissioning

Your profile and qualifications:

Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline. Experience leading and managing process and equipment bids and proposals. Skilled in delivering client-facing presentations and providing design-cost justifications. Proven experience in engineering and equipment supply for hygienic processes within sectors such as food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, or home and personal care -- this is essential. Ability to independently develop process designs from a blank canvas, including P&IDs and mass/energy balances. Capable of independently and accurately calculating process capacities, as well as sizing equipment and piping. Proficient in independently assessing risks and ensuring compliance with QSHE (Quality, Safety, Health, and Environment) standards. Experience managing small projects, including control over scope, changes, cost, timeline, and quality. Ability to manage a small team of engineers and contractors. Strong capability to support and mentor less experienced engineers. In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, formulation ingredients (liquids and solids), processing technologies, and equipment suppliers relevant to food, dairy, beverage, or home and personal care industries. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Willingness and ability to travel internationally 2-3 times per year. * Must have the legal right to work in the UK.