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Job Summary
Dennis Group’s Process Engineers are key in our projects of designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Process Engineers work in every aspect of a project - controls, packaging, mechanical, electrical, building system, architecture, etc., from the conceptual stages to design completion, and throughout construction. They provide expertise in flow diagrams, alterations, constraints, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), layout, install, and commissioning and start-up. Process Engineers enable operational efficiencies for the food and beverage process plants of our clients. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Responsibilities
- Develop process design basis and select unit operations
- Develop operation specifications
- Coordinate with other project disciplines (engineers, designers, architects, etc.)
- Prepare process flow and piping and instrumentation diagrams
- Create process flow diagrams
- Prepare mass and energy balances
- Size and specify process and process utility equipment
- Equipment procurement and bid evaluation
- Assist project management with the development of project scope, budget and schedule for all process related work
- Help to coordinate the schedules and work of contractors for process equipment installation
- Work with clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop cost estimates and proposals
- Provide client assumptions on supply recommendations
- Develop process and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
- Oversee process and utility equipment installations
- Provide onsite construction start-up and commissioning support
- Research process engineering best practices
- Supporting talent growth within our organization
Required Education Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Process Engineering.
- 0-3 years of work experience or schooling developing process designs
- 0-3 years of work experience or schooling preparing process flow diagrams and P&IDs
- 0-3 years of work experience or schooling sizing and specifying process and process utility equipment.
- 0-3 years of work experience or schooling developing project scopes, budgets and process-related work schedules
- Co-op, intern or work experience with professional services, process engineering, and food and beverage firms is a plus
- Interest in food safety and sanitary design principles and a desire learn about various food and beverage industry standards, practices, and regulations
- Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with proven client interaction and experience
- Must meet Travel Requirement - On-site construction project coordination and management with travel requirements between 30-50% of the year
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
- Up to 50% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Summary
Dennis Group’s Process Engineers are key in our projects of designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Process Engineers work in every aspect of a project - controls, packaging, mechanical, electrical, building system, architecture, etc., from the conceptual stages to design completion, and throughout construction. They provide expertise in flow diagrams, alterations, constraints, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), layout, install, and commissioning and start-up. Process Engineers enable operational efficiencies for the food and beverage process plants of our clients. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Responsibilities
- Develop process design basis and select unit operations
- Develop operation specifications
- Coordinate with other project disciplines (engineers, designers, architects, etc.)
- Prepare process flow and piping and instrumentation diagrams
- Create process flow diagrams
- Prepare mass and energy balances
- Size and specify process and process utility equipment
- Equipment procurement and bid evaluation
- Assist project management with the development of project scope, budget and schedule for all process related work
- Help to coordinate the schedules and work of contractors for process equipment installation
- Work with clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop cost estimates and proposals
- Provide client assumptions on supply recommendations
- Develop process and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
- Oversee process and utility equipment installations
- Provide onsite construction start-up and commissioning support
- Research process engineering best practices
- Supporting talent growth within our organization
Required Education Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Process Engineering.
- 0-3 years of work experience or schooling developing process designs
- 0-3 years of work experience or schooling preparing process flow diagrams and P&IDs
- 0-3 years of work experience or schooling sizing and specifying process and process utility equipment.
- 0-3 years of work experience or schooling developing project scopes, budgets and process-related work schedules
- Co-op, intern or work experience with professional services, process engineering, and food and beverage firms is a plus
- Interest in food safety and sanitary design principles and a desire learn about various food and beverage industry standards, practices, and regulations
- Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with proven client interaction and experience
- Must meet Travel Requirement - On-site construction project coordination and management with travel requirements between 30-50% of the year
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirement
- Up to 50% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
About Us
We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.
Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.
Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in process engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, industrial, or mechanical engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency with statistical process control tools and quality management systems
- Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies, ideally with a formal certification
- Hands-on familiarity with manufacturing execution systems or process simulation software
- Ability to read and develop process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and work instructions
- Strong root cause analysis skills using structured methods such as FMEA or 8D
Tips for Your Process Engineer Job Search
Quantify yield and efficiency improvements
Hiring managers for process engineer roles want to see numbers behind your work. Replace vague claims with concrete outcomes: cycle time reduced, scrap rate cut, OEE improved. Recruiters skim for results, and a metric-free resume stalls at the screening stage.
Match your certifications to the posting
Six Sigma, Lean, and ISO 9001 familiarity mean different things in different plants. Read each job posting carefully and lead with the certification language the employer uses, whether that's Green Belt, Black Belt, or internal continuous-improvement frameworks specific to their industry.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists process engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target roles by your process type
Batch, continuous, and discrete manufacturing each require different instincts and toolsets. Filter your search by industry vertical rather than job title alone, since a semiconductor fab and a food plant both post 'process engineer' but expect almost no overlap in day-one competencies.
Prepare a technical case study for interviews
Most process engineer interviews include a problem-solving exercise or ask you to walk through a past improvement project. Draft a concise story using a structured format: the baseline condition, the root cause you identified, the solution you implemented, and the measured result.
Negotiate scope before negotiating title
In process engineering, the capital budget you own and the production lines you cover define your actual influence far more than your title. Before accepting an offer, clarify what processes you will be responsible for, what authority you have to approve changes, and what resources sit under your role.
Process Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most process engineers?
The companies hiring the most process engineers right now include Applied Materials, Micron Technology, and Tesla, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and large-scale food manufacturing operations.
How many process engineer jobs are remote?
About 41% of process engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than in most engineering disciplines because the role is tied to physical production lines and equipment. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are process documentation, data analysis, and continuous improvement program management rather than hands-on plant roles.
How do you become a process engineer?
Becoming a process engineer typically starts with an accredited engineering degree in chemical, industrial, or mechanical engineering. From there, you build plant-floor experience through co-ops, internships, or entry-level manufacturing roles, develop familiarity with quality systems and process control tools, and pursue Lean or Six Sigma certification to formalize your improvement methodology credentials.
How do you get hired as a process engineer with little experience?
Employers hiring process engineers without extensive experience look for demonstrated problem-solving instinct over a long resume. Highlight any hands-on lab, co-op, or internship work where you touched real production data or equipment. Lean into your knowledge of SPC, root cause analysis, or FMEA even if you applied it in an academic or project setting, and apply to manufacturing companies with formal rotational or associate engineer programs.
What does the process engineer interview process look like?
The process engineer interview process typically runs three to four stages. An initial phone or video screen focuses on your engineering background and relevant industry experience. A technical round tests your understanding of process control, quality tools, and improvement methodologies, often with a case study or whiteboard exercise. A final on-site or panel interview covers cross-functional collaboration, past project outcomes, and how you handle production disruptions under pressure.
Where can I find and apply to process engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to process engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to each listing without being redirected away from the site.
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