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Lead Process Engineer

Wellington, Greater WellingtonFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-10-19

Core

Lead complex dairy, food, and industrial process projects from concept through commissioning for live manufacturing environments.

Role type

Senior IC Lead Process Engineer (Industrial Manufacturing)

Builds

Industrial process solutions, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and design documentation for dairy, food, and industrial sectors.

Domain

Industrial Manufacturing (Dairy, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical)

Required skills

Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Project Leadership, Multidisciplinary Team Management, Client Relationship Management, Commercial Judgement, Technical Qualifications (Washington Accord), Chartered Status (Desirable)

Preferred skills

Dairy Industry Experience, Food & Beverage Experience, Hygienic Processing Experience, Pharmaceutical Experience, Business Development, Work-Winning Capability

Technologies

PFDs, P&IDs, Process Simulation Tools, Engineering Design Software

Responsibilities

Lead medium-to-large industrial process projects ($5m–$60m), develop practical process solutions for complex operating environments, deliver and review process engineering outputs, guide procurement and vendor interfaces, mentor junior engineers, build trusted client relationships and contribute to proposals.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with people leadership