Principal Rotating Equipment Engineer
Ingredion Incorporated
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Bedford Park • Illinois, Montana • 🇺🇸 United States
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Lead
About the role
- Lead the design, analysis, prototyping, and testing of mechanical components and systems
- Develop and implement global engineering standards for process equipment design, fabrication, and maintenance
- Support CAPEX project execution from concept through installation and commissioning
- Apply “Design for Reliability” principles to ensure robust and sustainable equipment performance
- Evaluate engineering calculations, specifications, and datasheets to deliver complete technical definitions for rotating equipment
- Conduct technical bid evaluations, supplier selection, and oversee vendor engagement, design reviews, and inspections
- Contribute to maintenance programs, Best Operating Practices (BOP), and critical routines to optimize reliability
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 10+ years of mechanical design experience, including CAD modeling (e.g., SolidWorks) and FEA
- Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and large-scale project execution
- Knowledge of rotating equipment, reliability principles, and international engineering standards
- Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification preferred
Benefits
- Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
- Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
- Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
- Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
mechanical designCAD modelingSolidWorksFEAprototypingtestingproject executionengineering calculationstechnical definitionsreliability principles
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvinganalytical thinkingvendor engagementdesign reviewsinspectionsoptimizationprocess improvement
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineeringadvanced degree in Mechanical EngineeringLean Six Sigma certification