Senior R&D Engineer, Powder Processing

Responsibilities

• Defining powder product and processing specifications in partnership with Product Development team
• Strategic planning for powder processing capabilities needed to enable long-term innovation pipeline
• Support supplier evaluation, selection and management
• Research in knowledge-base and expertise in the science of particle engineering and processing
• Development of commercial scale experimental designs and qualifications for granulation processes
• Improvements to existing processes, specifically powder processing equipment
• Evaluating and recommending pilot lab investments across measurement and processing capabilities
• Generation of process flow diagrams
• Creation of business proposals to demonstrate and evaluate various project options
• Provide technical support for commissioning, qualification and verification (CQV) processes
• Utilise statistical data analysis for data driven decision making
• Performs other duties as requested by management

Requirements

• B.S. in food science / engineering discipline with 10+ years of experience, M.S. with 7+ years of experience, Ph.D. with 2-4 years of experience.
• Knowledge and experience in powder processing with specific experience in the food industry required.
• Knowledge and experience with food processes such as blending, spray drying, drying, compaction, high shear agglomeration, fluid bed agglomeration, and extrusion.
• Knowledge and experience with bulk solids and material handling, including pneumatic conveying and dust collection is preferred.
• Knowledge of design requirements related to food safety, including SQF, FDA, GMP.
• Knowledge and experience in preparation of PFD's, P&ID's.
• Knowledge and experience in modeling unit operation processes, including parameter estimation and material modeling.
• Hands-on experience with process development, startup and commissioning.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be very organized and able to manage multiple project activities/priorities.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to be punctual.
• Positive attitude with ability to work a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Excellent MS Office skills.
• Strong understanding of coffee processing techniques a plus (green coffee cleaning, roasting, grinding, degas, and flavoring).
• Moderate travel required (0-50%).