Principal Mechanical Engineer

Ingredion Incorporated

Principal Mechanical Engineer providing engineering expertise and oversight for manufacturing processes at Ingredion. Leading projects and mentoring engineers in mechanical systems design and optimization.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeWestchester • Illinois, Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $123,500 - $164,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Delivers mechanical engineering expertise across multiple Ingredion facilities, including system design, equipment specification, troubleshooting, optimization, and engineering studies to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations
Apply deep technical knowledge in areas such as bulk solids handling, rotating equipment, utilities (boilers, compressors, cogeneration), and mechanical systems design, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and best practices
Evaluates and scopes projects to ensure optimal technology selection, accurate budgeting, and alignment with business goals, while reviewing designs for safety and operational excellence
Leads cross-functional teams to solve complex mechanical challenges, implement sustainable solutions, and drive continuous improvement across sites
Drives standardization and knowledge sharing by authoring engineering standards, contributing to knowledge management systems, and promoting best practices globally
Supports operational governance by applying IPS standards, leading deviation treatments, and developing Best Operating Practices (BOPs) with training and adherence tracking
Mentors early-career engineers and documents success cases and lessons learned to build organizational capability and enhance performance across key KPIs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors or masters degree in mechanical engineering or related field with equivalent experience
Significant experience in Mechanical engineering and plant manufacturing required
Experience with multi-site, regional, or global experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
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

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Hard Skills & Tools

mechanical engineeringsystem designequipment specificationtroubleshootingoptimizationbulk solids handlingrotating equipmentutilitiesmechanical systems designproject evaluation

Soft Skills

leadershipcross-functional team collaborationmentoringcommunicationproblem-solvingcontinuous improvementknowledge sharingorganizational capability

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringMaster's degree in mechanical engineering