Mechanical Process Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Process EngineerJob Description

As a Mechanical Process Engineer, you will support engineering studies, write reports, and develop and complete engineering calculations. You will be involved in the development of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), process calculations, equipment specifications, and procurement. You will coordinate with multi-discipline engineering and design teams to complete necessary project tasks and support the design and specification of clean-in-place (CIP), general and clean-out-of-place (COP) sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in process-layout reviews to evaluate sanitary routing, equipment access, cleanability, cross-contamination risk, allergen segregation, utility distribution, drainage, and constructability.

• Review vendor submittals, shop drawings, equipment information, and field installation work for conformance with project requirements.

• Assist in the creation of bid packages.

• Perform field work (travel up to 30%) in operating facilities, including existing-condition verification, site surveys, equipment inspection, tie-in identification, and construction/start-up support.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in ASPEN and CHEMCAD software.

• Experience with PIPEFLO and P&IDs.

• Understanding of GMP practices, especially in food and beverage or industrial settings.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering which qualifies for licensure in the state of practice.

• 4+ years of working experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to food, beverage GMP plants and other related industrial settings strongly preferred.

• Experience using simulation software like ASPEN or CHEMCAD is a plus.

• Experience with Pipe Flo or AFT Fathom is a plus.

• Ability to work in a client-facing role while partnering with contractors and vendors.

• Experience with building codes and GMP requirements with a focus on food safe/sanitary design.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site in Scottsdale, with travel to sites within the valley. The team is actively growing in Phoenix and supports large-scale data center and semiconductor projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Scottsdale, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.87 - $50.48/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Scottsdale, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Scottsdale,AZ.

About Actalent

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