Process/Packaging Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Process/Packaging Specialist to provide technical leadership and consulting support for complex projects within manufacturing and industrial facility environments. This role serves as a subject matter expert responsible for planning, evaluating, and delivering automation, controls, and process systems solutions while supporting project execution, client engagement, and business development initiatives.

The successful candidate will possess strong expertise in industrial automation technologies, including DCS, PLC, HMI, MES, and SCADA systems, and will advise clients on platform selection, system architecture, budgeting, and implementation strategies. Working both independently and collaboratively, this individual will lead technical evaluations, develop innovative workflows and best practices, contribute to project planning and cost estimating efforts, and help ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and safety regulations.

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The following duties are typical of the position, but are not all encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment.

• →Coordinates process/packaging work on single or multiple projects of medium to large size.
• →Establishes process/packaging scope of work in coordination with Discipline Captains and Department Managers including: planning of work, design concepts/design direction, communicates to DM staff capabilities to fit specific project needs.
• →Directly accountable for adherence to timetable and budgets for process/packaging portion of project.
• →Prepares the process/packaging system plan, establishes design and engineering parameters, monitors progress.
• →Follows established procedures to effectively administer project (i.e., construction cost estimating, correspondence, document control, etc.).
• →May attend trade shows or conferences to keep abreast of industry innovations and developments.
• →Review process/packaging engineering and design standards for the department or sector and align with current industry practices and regulations.
• →Specify complete process/packaging systems including equipment sizing and selection, process flow diagrams, throughput rates, and integration with existing systems.
• →Write or modify performance specifications for equipment vendors, coordinate vendor selection, review bid tabulations.
• →Coordinates process/packaging requirements with client and communicates client requirements to each junior staff.
• →Coordinates meetings and establishes all paper flow and document control with client, contractors, regulatory agencies and others involved.
• →Coordinate or implement commissioning activities of process/packaging systems including checkout, startup and line optimization.
• →Participates in client contact and business development activities.
• →May assist in the training or mentoring of other engineers and designers to familiarize them with SSOE or the client specific requirements.
• →May participate in client contact and business development activities.
• →Travel required.
• →Valid driver's license required. May be waived for international assignments.

• Bachelor or Masters Degree in Engineering and eight (8) years experience in design or engineering of process or packaging systems preferred. In lieu of degree, twenty (20) years of experience in design of process or packaging systems required.
• Good knowledge or process or packaging equipment and systems in the industry sector.
• Engineering experience in manufacturing environments required – multiple industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of project planning, cost estimating, and scheduling. 
• Ability to understand the organization's goals and objectives as well as detailed functional objectives as they apply to their work assignments.
• Experience with various DCS, PLC, HMI, MES, and SCADA systems from a business perspective.  Ability to advise on costs, contribute to specifications, and assist with platform and vendor selections.
• Ability to work and communicate remotely in an independent and team-oriented environment.  Must be able to travel to client sites.
• Familiarity with standards (ANSI, CSA, IEC, ISA, ISO, NEC, NFPA, RIA) and OSHA regulations.
• Familiarity with processes and procedures for CAPA, HAZOP, LOPA, PHA, SIL, and SIS assessments.
• Leadership skills and ability to lead and influence others.
• Critical thinking and analysis skills.
• Travel usually varies from 20% to 40% and may include international travel to Latin America or Canada.
• Salary Range: $125,000-$145,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position. 
• Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K, PTO & paid holidays.