Application Engineer - Proteins

Kemin Food Technologies is hiring an Application Engineer to support our Proteins team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of product application systems and services offered to our customers. You’ll work closely with our Process Engineer and equipment manufacturers to review design specifications and either construct or oversee the construction of application assemblies tailored to customer requirements.

Additionally, the Application Engineer will handle PLC programming for both automated and manual batching/dosing systems, as well as manage installation and commissioning at customer sites. The ideal candidate will bring experience in hydro-mechanics, electro-mechanical engineering, and/or process engineering.

This position is located in Des Moines, Iowa and expected to travel up to 60% of the time to customer facilities in refrigerated food processing plants across the US and Canada.

We Are Kemin  

We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.   

We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.    

We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.   

For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products to customers around the world.    

Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States. 

As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…  

• A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays. 
• Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.  
• Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.  
• The chance to give back to our world- Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives. 
• Opportunities to support our valued educators- Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours. 

• Build and install various application equipment.
• Integrate application technology into customer processing systems.
• Responsible for app aspects of equipment installation.
• Troubleshoot and repair existing application systems at customer locations.
• Foster a positive team environment and assist coworkers as required.
• Ability to assemble and install application equipment at customer sites across North America.
• Participate in attending local exhibitions, seminars, trainings, and workshops.
• Assistance in development of new application systems.
• Provide day to day support to customers, sales team, and KAS engineers.

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 0-3 years of industrial experience in areas of powder hydration, hydro-mechanics, electro-mechanical engineering; measurement and control technology; process engineering. 
• Able to learn and understand electrical and communication systems.
• Familiarity or understanding of PLC's and automated systems.
• Ability to work independently or in a structured team.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment. 
• Excellent analytical and decision making skills. 
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Quality minded. 
• Travel up to 60% to customer facilities in refrigerated food processing plants across the US and Canada. 

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus. 

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