Expert Engineer; Thermal Process Subject Matter Expert

Overview

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. We harness the expertise of our tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and push to do what's never been done before in pet care. We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

As a global leader in the consumer-packaged goods industry, we are revolutionizing pet food production and its ability to enrich the lives of pets and people everywhere. We historically reshaped pet care with Dog Chow® as the first extruded dry food, and we continue to lead with products like Tidy Cats®, and Pro Plan Bright Mind®. In our collaborative environment, you will solve complex problems and identify innovative solutions in the evolving field of pet nutrition.

Thermal Process Subject Matter Expert (SME) — you will provide technical leadership and expertise in maintenance systems and asset reliability across manufacturing operations, particularly within our wet food factory network. You will ensure equipment performance, safety, and uptime through robust maintenance strategies, troubleshooting support, and continuous improvement. The SME acts as the primary resource for maintenance governance, technical training, and replication of best practices across sites.

• Develop, validate, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs through maintenance procedures, work instructions, and critical equipment lists.
• Ensure compliance with corporate maintenance standards, regulatory requirements, and safety guidelines.
• Provide expert training and guidance to cross-functional teams on mechanical, electrical, and controls systems across key production equipment.
• Lead root cause analyses (RCAs) for equipment failures and partner with operations to implement effective corrective actions.
• Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of new or refurbished equipment.
• Drive projects focused on asset health, maintenance efficiency, and maintenance cost optimization.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in thermal processing (retorts, sterilization, dryers, etc.) in a military, industrial, or related environment.

OR

• Two-year Technical Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in thermal processing (retorts, sterilization, dryers, etc.) in a military, industrial, or related environment.

• Must be willing to travel up to 75%.

The approximate pay range for this position is $127,000 - $160,000. This range is provided as a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, including a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary by position.

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