Mechanical Engineer - Modular Process Systems

Mechanical Engineer – Process Systems | Skid Design | Pharmaceutical / Food ManufacturingLocal Candidates to Wisconsin OnlyDesign and deliver skid-mounted industrial process systems used in pharmaceutical, biotech, food, beverage, and chemical manufacturing environments.We’re hiring a Mechanical Engineer with process systems experience who understands fluid handling, sanitary design, modular skids, and regulated production environments.This is a hands-on, project-driven engineering role where you will own mechanical design from concept through fabrication, FAT, installation, and commissioning.What You Must Have (Core Requirements)Experience designing industrial process systems or skid-mounted equipmentBackground in pharmaceutical, biotech, food, beverage, or chemical processingProficiency in SolidWorksExperience creating or reviewing Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)Strong understanding of fluid handling, thermodynamics, and mechanical system designExperience supporting fabrication, BOM development, and design reviewsIf you haven’t worked in regulated or process-driven manufacturing environments, this likely won’t be the right fit.Industry & System FocusYou’ll support the design and build of:Clean-in-Place (CIP) systemsBioreactorsModular skid systemsTransfer panelsCustom fabricated process equipmentIntegrated process modules for production linesThese systems operate in regulated manufacturing facilities where compliance, material compatibility, efficiency, and buildability are critical.What You’ll DoDevelop mechanical layouts, system configurations, and equipment specificationsCreate and review PFDs and engineering documentationOversee 3D CAD modeling and fabrication drawing developmentReview vendor submittals and equipment specificationsPrepare Bills of Materials (BOMs)Support budgeting, fabrication, installation, and commissioningParticipate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)Troubleshoot technical challenges during project executionManage multiple active engineering builds simultaneouslyThis is not a desk-only design role — you’ll see your systems fabricated and commissioned.Background That AlignsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical EngineeringORAssociate’s degree + 3+ years of process system design experienceExperience designing food, pharma, biotech, or chemical process equipment strongly preferredAbility to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specificationsComfortable in project-based engineering environmentsTechnical EnvironmentSolidWorks3D CAD modelingProcess Flow Diagrams (PFDs)Skid design & modular systemsFluid handling systemsEngineering documentation & drawing reviewMicrosoft Office toolsWhy Engineers Like This RoleFull lifecycle ownership (concept → fabrication → FAT → commissioning)Custom, non-repetitive system buildsCross-functional collaboration (fabrication, controls, PMs, customers)Minimal travelPTO + holidaysFull benefits401(k) with matchGrowth potential within a project engineering environmentThis role is ideal for engineers who enjoy seeing their designs come to life, who thrive in hands-on, project-driven environments, and who are motivated by solving technical challenges in process-focused industries.