Danisco Deutschland GmbH, part of IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances), is a global leader in biotechnology, fermentation and microbial solutions. At our production site in Niebüll (Schleswig-Holstein), we develop and manufacture starter cultures and probiotics used in food production across more than 90 countries worldwide. We are a part of a global network driving innovation in food, health and bioscience.
Senior Process Engineer (m/f/d) – Bioprocess / Fermentation / Biotechnology
Location: Niebüll,Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Your Role
As a Senior Process Engineer, you will drive the optimization and development of industrial bioprocess and fermentation systems. You will act as a technical expert for process engineering and production technologies, working closely with operations, engineering and international project teams to improve efficiency, reliability and product quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Optimize bioprocess and fermentation production systems (upstream & downstream)
- Identify and solve process engineering and production issues
- Develop and implement process optimization and scale-up solutions
- Support capital investment (CapEx) projects from concept to commissioning
- Create and review process documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, specifications)
- Perform mass and energy balance calculations
- Support equipment design, selection and sizing
- Define process control strategies in collaboration with automation teams
- Support FAT/SAT and commissioning activities
- Contribute to process safety management (HIRA, MOC, PSSR)
Your Profile
- Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering or related field
- Several years of experience in:
- Industrial biotechnology / fermentation
- Process engineering / bioprocess engineering
- Strong knowledge of:
- Fluid dynamics and thermodynamics
- Batch processing systems
- Bioprocess equipment (pumps, heat exchangers, piping systems)
- Experience with fermentation or microbial production systems
- Familiarity with GMP or food safety standards (e.g. FSSC22000)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Fluent German and English
- Willingness to travel within EMEA
What We Offer
- A key role in a global biotechnology and fermentation environment
- Collaboration with international engineering and production teams
- Work on advanced bioprocess and microbial technologies
- Participation in global process optimization and investment projects
- Career development opportunities within the IFF organization
- High impact role in optimizing global production processes