Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Engineering Manager or Senior Engineering Manager to lead our team of Process Engineers at our manufacturing facility. This position will oversee engineering support for our fermentation, food production, and packaging operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and scalable processes that align with business and regulatory requirements. The Engineering Manager will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, capital projects, and technical problem-solving across the plant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of process engineers supporting fermentation, food production, and packaging.
- Drive operational excellence through process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, R&D, and EHS to ensure seamless plant performance and product quality.
- Provide technical leadership in scaling fermentation processes and integrating them with downstream food production workflows.
- Manage capital engineering projects from concept through execution, including equipment specification, vendor selection, installation, and commissioning.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, engineering standards, and validation protocols in line with food safety, GMP, and regulatory guidelines.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for equipment failures or process deviations.
- Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to throughput, yield, downtime, and process efficiency.
- Foster a culture of safety, innovation, and accountability within the engineering team.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
- 7+ years of relevant experience in food manufacturing or fermentation-based operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Demonstrated experience managing process improvement projects, capital upgrades, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong knowledge of fermentation processes, sanitary design, food packaging systems, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, USDA, GMP).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Proficiency with data analysis, process modeling tools, and engineering software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PI System, etc.).
**Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Meati™ we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.**
Compensation:
The base salary range for this role is $110,000 - $155,000 annually. Actual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401K with company match
- Generous Time Off and Floating Holidays
- Mental health programs at no cost
- Parental Leave, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability coverage, and Life/AD&D
Equal Employment Opportunity: Meati™ is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
At Meati™, we are committed to the highest quality and food safety standards. We expect our employees to comply with all relevant FDA requirements and external certifications (e.g. Kosher, Halal, etc.), where applicable.
About Meati™
Based in Colorado, Meati™ is on a mission to build Good Energy™ from the ground up. Meati is a new, whole food made from nutrient-dense mycelium, delivering high-quality protein, dietary fiber, great taste, and much more. We work closely with Mother Nature to cultivate the complete protein she intended — one that’s been the root of our living world for millennia. We believe food should be simple, clean, and of course, delicious, which is why grow and nourish our mycelium to create nutrient-rich, whole food protein everyone can enjoy. Get to know more about Meati™ at meati.com.
Our team is passionate about making the world a better place through good health and wellness, positive climate impact, and equitable access to nutrition around the world. This passion translates into the culture of our office, making Meati™ a lively, enjoyable, innovative, and inclusive place to work. This is an exciting time to be a part of the Meati™ team and the growing plant-based and alternative protein category.
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Meati Foods Boulder, Colorado, USA Office
Boulder, CO, United States, 80301
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