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Process EngineerThe Hershey Company • Hershey, PA, United States
Process Engineer

Process Engineer

The Hershey Company • Hershey, PA, United States
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Process Engineer

Posted Date : Oct 28, 2025

Requisition Number : 126751

Job Location : Hershey, PA

Summary :

Reporting to the Senior Manager in the Process Engineering Group and working at the Technical Center in Hershey PA, the Process Engineer position will, with direction, participate in the conceptual and detailed engineering design, execution, and implementation of low complexity projects requiring functional and industry expertise while developing relationships to help deliver business results. This position requires a critical thinker who is learning how to develop their capability to demonstrate and apply technical knowledge, and who is learning problem solving and optimization skills. This position will work collaboratively with both technical and business partners, learning how to communicate technical subject matter in verbal and written form cross functionally and with their manager. The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity and be learning leadership attributes.

Specific Role Focus Area :

  • Engineering design and cost estimation for capital projects supporting North American manufacturing.
  • Implementation & Execution of capital projects to support North American Manufacturing.
  • Problem solving through application of technical acumen and creative thinking
  • Skill Development through interaction with Lead Engineers, Mentorships, and Hershey's Skills Development program.

This role will interact and partner with :

  • Other Corporate Engineering functions (Project Management, Electrical, Packaging, Civil, Utilities)
  • Plant Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Safety, and Quality Assurance
  • Quality and Regulatory Compliance
  • Environmental, Health, and Safety
  • Operations Business Development
  • Technical and professional employees within Global R&D and Tech Center Operations
  • Marketing
  • Manufacturing Alliances
  • Procurement
  • External Vendors
  • Travel Expectations :

    This position will require domestic and international travel at times to support the ongoing business. Travel is project dependent.

    Major Duties / Responsibilities :

    Time %

    Summary of major duties :

    1.

    40-50%

    Implementation & Execution of capital projects :

    With guidance from a lead Process Engineer :

  • Assist in the development of construction scope and bid packages for capital projects.
  • Assist with coordinating and overseeing equipment and system installation, check- out, and commissioning.
  • Assist with process support, troubleshooting, and optimization during startup.
  • Assist with training manufacturing personnel including operators, supervisors, QA, and maintenance on the process's key operating parameters.
  • Successful transition of deliverables and documentation to Plant Operations and Maintenance sta.
  • 2.

    30-40%

    Conceptual and detailed engineering design and cost estimation for capital projects :

    With guidance from a lead Process Engineer :

  • Assist with developing manufacturing alternatives that meet the business requirements and provide processing solutions for the project.
  • PFD & P&ID generation and development.
  • Provide input to equipment specication & selection and evaluation of equipment suppliers.
  • Provide input to cost estimating for capital projects and process solutions.
  • 3.

    10-20%

    Skill Development :

  • Develop Process Engineering skills through working with Lead Process engineers, Mentorships, and progressing through Hershey's skills diversification program.
  • Knowledge and experience in process design typical for the food and pharma industry, including :

  • General knowledge of common process unit operations and equipment used in the confectionary, food, and pharmaceutical industries; general knowledge of sanitary design, construction practices, GMP's and Food Safety.
  • Possess a basic understanding of the design and application of process piping systems, food manufacturing equipment and process automation & instrumentation
  • Ability to prioritize solutions and develop schedules based on an understanding of the required business objectives.
  • Developing troubleshooting and optimization skills
  • Must be able to execute tasks in a timely manner.
  • General attributes and skills to include :

  • Leadership and decision-making ability.
  • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
  • Must be open to and comfortable with change.
  • Familiarity with MS Office programs.
  • Education & Experience :

  • BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Food, Agricultural, or other closely related Engineering field.
  • 0-2 years of experience in Food Processing, Confectionery, Pharmaceutical or related industries.
  • Previous Co-Op / Intern experience desired, preferably in Food Processing, Confectionary, or Pharmaceutical industries.
  • Nearest Major Market : Harrisburg

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