Chobani
Senior Process Engineer – Capital Projects
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This range is provided by Chobani. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $107,000.00/yr - $161,000.00/yr
Principal Talent Partner | Expert in Talent Acquisition and Candidate Experience Summary
The Senior Process Engineer will provide technical process engineering support and be responsible for process design of all capital projects executed. The position requires strong technical process experience related to dairy manufacturing.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of capital projects across the plant, from concept through commissioning, ensuring alignment with operational goals and timelines.
Provide technical leadership in the design, specification, and integration of dairy processing systems.
Conduct or oversee feasibility analyses, cost estimates, process simulations, and risk assessments to support strategic project decisions.
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of process designs, specifications, and project progress during a project lifecycle.
Develop process scopes of work to define new project ideas and support other manufacturing site leaders with project funding requests.
Prepare conceptual engineering designs and specify necessary process equipment.
Work closely with the CAD team to update and modify drawings, including P&IDs and Process Flow Diagrams.
Oversee engineering consultants, OEMs, contractors, and system integrators to ensure technical compliance, quality assurance, and timely delivery of engineering packages and installations.
Ensure all capital projects meet food safety (e.g., FSMA), environmental, and regulatory requirements, including hygienic design, zoning, and material compatibility.
Lead or support commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) activities, ensuring new systems are installed, tested, and documented per GMP and internal quality standards.
Provide input on design for process improvements concurrently with other process engineers.
Other duties as assigned.
Occasional travel required to equipment vendors and other Chobani sites.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred; other engineering degrees considered.
7-10 years of experience in a dairy process engineering role.
Experience in dairy, beverage, and/or aseptic processing equipment.
Working knowledge of project life cycle deliverables, contract & schedule.
May be required to work in a site environment with heavy equipment, smoke, dust, and noise.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, SEEQ, CAPE or TOPS, and AutoCAD.
Pro‑activity, personal drive, decisiveness, commercial/business acumen, communication skills, excellent teamwork, organizational competency, and ability to prioritize.
About Us
Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high‑quality, nutritious food accessible to more people while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. Chobani is a purpose‑driven, people‑first, food‑and‑wellness‑focused company founded in 2005. The company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers—Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster, Chobani now sells cold‑pressed espresso and lattes on tap. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering ready‑to‑make meals.
EEO Statement
Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits
Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. All employees are eligible for a 401(k) match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. For families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment, and various wellness resources such as an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, wellness reimbursements, on‑site gym access at certain locations, and a monthly wellness newsletter. Paid time off includes 120 hours, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off, and military service leave.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Dairy Product Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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This range is provided by Chobani. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $107,000.00/yr - $161,000.00/yr
Principal Talent Partner | Expert in Talent Acquisition and Candidate Experience Summary
The Senior Process Engineer will provide technical process engineering support and be responsible for process design of all capital projects executed. The position requires strong technical process experience related to dairy manufacturing.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of capital projects across the plant, from concept through commissioning, ensuring alignment with operational goals and timelines.
Provide technical leadership in the design, specification, and integration of dairy processing systems.
Conduct or oversee feasibility analyses, cost estimates, process simulations, and risk assessments to support strategic project decisions.
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of process designs, specifications, and project progress during a project lifecycle.
Develop process scopes of work to define new project ideas and support other manufacturing site leaders with project funding requests.
Prepare conceptual engineering designs and specify necessary process equipment.
Work closely with the CAD team to update and modify drawings, including P&IDs and Process Flow Diagrams.
Oversee engineering consultants, OEMs, contractors, and system integrators to ensure technical compliance, quality assurance, and timely delivery of engineering packages and installations.
Ensure all capital projects meet food safety (e.g., FSMA), environmental, and regulatory requirements, including hygienic design, zoning, and material compatibility.
Lead or support commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) activities, ensuring new systems are installed, tested, and documented per GMP and internal quality standards.
Provide input on design for process improvements concurrently with other process engineers.
Other duties as assigned.
Occasional travel required to equipment vendors and other Chobani sites.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred; other engineering degrees considered.
7-10 years of experience in a dairy process engineering role.
Experience in dairy, beverage, and/or aseptic processing equipment.
Working knowledge of project life cycle deliverables, contract & schedule.
May be required to work in a site environment with heavy equipment, smoke, dust, and noise.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, SEEQ, CAPE or TOPS, and AutoCAD.
Pro‑activity, personal drive, decisiveness, commercial/business acumen, communication skills, excellent teamwork, organizational competency, and ability to prioritize.
About Us
Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high‑quality, nutritious food accessible to more people while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. Chobani is a purpose‑driven, people‑first, food‑and‑wellness‑focused company founded in 2005. The company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers—Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster, Chobani now sells cold‑pressed espresso and lattes on tap. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering ready‑to‑make meals.
EEO Statement
Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits
Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. All employees are eligible for a 401(k) match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. For families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment, and various wellness resources such as an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, wellness reimbursements, on‑site gym access at certain locations, and a monthly wellness newsletter. Paid time off includes 120 hours, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off, and military service leave.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Dairy Product Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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