Mechanical Engineer - Technical Team

Company Overview fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich dairy products to nourish consumers. With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio includes lactose‑free, real dairy products such as fairlife® ultra‑filtered milk, Core Power® high protein shakes, and fairlife® nutrition plan™. Job Purpose As the Utilities & Mechanical Engineer, you will oversee technical oversight and lead projects through design, construction, and operation for all plant utilities systems. You will ensure that plant capacity is not limited by insufficient utility capability, maintain reliability and correct operation, and implement a utilities strategy to achieve efficiency and sustainability goals. Responsibilities Develop predictive demand and load‑management tools for utility systems based on forecasted plans. Define design, automation, construction and operation standards for plant utilities, meeting all relevant laws, regulations and sustainability goals. Document and communicate basis of design for all equipment to key stakeholders. Provide technical support for procurement of utilities, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and budgeting justification. Lead construction phase, collaborate with plant and project engineering teams to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery. Lead commissioning, validation, FAT/SAT protocols and develop training materials. Oversee new line/plant mechanical & utility design, maintain documentation, and handle HAZOP, FAT, DQ, OQ, PQ activities. Resolve complex processing, mechanical, and utility problems to improve reliability and reduce downtime and cost. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering, or process engineering with experience in dairy or food industry. 5+ years progressive experience in utilities design, operations and construction in dairy, beverage, or chemical processing. Experience with engineering design and construction firm; P.Eng preferred. Proven track record of improving manufacturing processes through redesign, automation, and new technology introduction. Data analysis and process modeling in Microsoft Excel required; modeling experience with Aspen, SuperPro or similar is a plus. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment. Food Safety Requirements Notify management of repairs or adjustments that affect product quality or food safety. Perform duties to meet company, customer and/or government food safety standards. Initiate actions to prevent nonconformities related to food safety, product quality, systems or safety. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness). Paid Time Off. Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000). Family care benefits including childcare resources and lactation support. 401(k) with up to 9% employer match. Wellness reimbursement (up to $500). Employee Assistance Program. Company‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability. Employer HSA funding for HDHP participants. Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month). Learning & development programs. Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free products, and business resource groups. Location Webster, NY; Coopersville, MI; Goodyear, AZ. Reports To Sr Process Development Engineer. Travel Average 30% (range 30%-75% based on project timelines). Minimal international travel for FATs. Salary Base pay: $115,000 - $125,000 USD. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job‑related factors. Accommodation Statement In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr