At Tarac, we're passionate about sustainability and innovation in the wine industry. We convert winemaking by-products into highly valued products and provide specialised services, supporting customers across Australia and internationally.
Based in Nuriootpa, South Australia, we're proud of our strong values, supportive culture, and commitment to keeping our people safe and well.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our Engineering team at Tarac.
In this role, you'll lead process development and optimisation across our production operations — including distillation, spirit recovery, by-product processing, and wastewater treatment. You'll provide technical expertise, drive improvement projects, and support our teams to achieve safe, efficient, and sustainable outcomes.
Key responsibilities
* Design and specify process systems, equipment, and control strategies for new or modified processes.
* Analyse existing operations to identify opportunities for water, energy, and labour efficiency gains.
* Lead operational excellence and reliability improvement initiatives.
* Manage wastewater systems and ensure environmental compliance.
* Oversee process engineering and site-based projects across multiple locations.
* Provide technical guidance, training, and support to production and maintenance teams.
* Review safety procedures, lead incident investigations, and foster a strong safety culture.
What you'll bring
* Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Process, or related Engineering discipline.
* 5+ years' experience in process or production engineering within distillation, beverage, or chemical manufacturing.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Experience with Aspen and AutoCAD.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
* Current South Australian C Class driver's licence.
Why Tarac?
At Tarac, we value people who are respectful, resilient, motivated, and reliable. You'll work with a supportive team that encourages innovation, collaboration, and professional growth - all within a business that values sustainability and continuous improvement.
If you're a forward-thinking engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges and improving processes, we'd love to hear from you.