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PrincipalStaticEquipmentEngineer

$124–165k Bedford Park, Illinois, United States; Indianapolis, Indiana, United States; North Kansas City, Missouri, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Principal Static Equipment Engineer at Ingredion. Skills: static equipment expertise, mechanical systems, engineering standards development, CAPEX project leadership, reliability principles, Design for Reliability. Lead the design, analysis, prototyping, and testing of static mechanical components and systems. Develop and implement global engineering standards for process equipment design, fabrication, and maintenance”

What You'll Achieve.

ensure robust and sustainable equipment performance; optimize reliability

Industry & Context.

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Problems you'll solve

Advanced analytical and data modeling skills to drive informed decisions; Ability to identify gaps and implement improvements for global safety and quality compliance; resolve complex technical and business challenges

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years of mechanical design experience, Knowledge of static equipment, Knowledge of reliability principles, Knowledge of international engineering standards

Nice to Have

Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification

What You'll Do.

and testing of static mechanical components and systems

Develop and implement global engineering standards for process equipment design

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

and datasheets to deliver complete technical definitions for static equipment

Conduct technical bid evaluations

and oversee vendor engagement

Contribute to preventive maintenance programs

Best Operating Practices (BOP)

and critical routines to optimize reliability

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

mentoring cross-functional teams; fostering cross-functional teamwork

Process & Methodology

CAPEX project execution, large-scale project execution

Full Job Description

**About Ingredion:** Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. Location: Bedford Park, IL plant or Indianapolis, IN plant or North Kansa City, MO plant Workplace type: On Site Join our team as a global Subject Matter Expert in static equipment, leading technical initiatives and CAPEX projects across all business segments. In this role, you will drive innovation, reliability, and performance in mechanical systems while shaping engineering standards and mentoring cross-functional teams. Reporting to the Director of Design for Reliability, you’ll play a critical role in setting best practices and delivering sustainable solutions that impact operations worldwide. As a **Principal Static Equipment Engineer** with deep expertise in static equipment, you will lead global technical initiatives and CAPEX projects across all business segments. As the Subject Matter Expert, you will drive innovation, reliability, and performance in mechanical systems while shaping engineering standards and mentoring cross-functional teams. You will report to the Director, Design for Reliability. **_What you will do:_** * Lead the design, analysis, prototyping, and testing of static 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” princi

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