Mechanical Engineer in Production

About the role

As a mechanical engineer, you will develop innovative mechanical systems for plant-based meat manufacturing and take operational responsibility for production equipment. You will work on everything from equipment design to production support in a fast-growing, purpose-driven startup. This role involves scaling operations and ensuring the efficiency and reliability of food processing machinery.

Responsibilities

• Support installation of new food processing equipment, perform commissioning and validation procedures, and conduct functional testing.
• Analyze existing processes and equipment performance, identify improvements, and design modifications to increase efficiency, reliability, and food safety compliance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, integrated and pneumatic equipment failures, including mixers, conveyors, and automation equipment.
• Build and test mechanical prototypes and operational processes, validating design performance through testing and prototyping.
• Work closely with production, R&D and quality teams to optimize equipment performance and resolve complex production challenges.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including S.O.P.s, schematics, mechanical drawings, process diagrams, and system specifications.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers, overseeing procurement and contractor performance.

Required skills

• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Processes
• Equipment Maintenance
• Reliability Engineering
• Troubleshooting
• CAD
• Process Modeling
• Root Cause Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing

Nice to have

• Food processing
• Automated systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field

About the Company

Project Eaden is a purpose-driven startup focused on transforming the food industry by creating sustainable, plant-based meat alternatives. The company is currently scaling operations from a pilot phase and is backed by world-class investors.