Food Processing / Technology Engineer at Narelli International Ltd

Job Overview

• The Food Processing/Technology Engineer is responsible for applying engineering principles to the development, design, and optimization of processes used in food production.
• This role involves working with various technologies and machinery to ensure efficient, safe, and sustainable food production.
• The engineer will focus on improving food processing techniques, quality control, and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize food processing systems and technologies for large-scale production.
• Ensure that food production processes meet regulatory and safety standards, including hygiene and quality control.
• Conduct research to develop new methods and technologies that improve food production efficiency and product quality.
• Work closely with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in the processing equipment.
• Monitor and analyze production data to optimize performance and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure product quality standards are maintained.
• Ensure that all food processing operations comply with industry standards and regulations and guidelines.
• Develop and test prototypes for new food products or processing equipment.
• Implement sustainable practices and explore energy-efficient technologies in the food production process.
• Train and support production staff in the use of new equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of M.Sc degree in Food Processing Engineeirng, Food Science, Food Engineering, Food Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in the construction supervision of medium to large scale food processing infrastructure development projects
• Proven experience in working on projects financed by major multilaterial international lending aganecy (e.g WB, IsDB, AfDB, IFAD etc)
• Must be registered with a professional body
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, quality control, and process optimization.
• Proficiency in CAD software for designing food processing systems (e.g., AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with the use of industrial machinery and food processing equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Hands-on experience on the use of Microsoft Office tools.