DSP Chemical Engineer (m/f/d)

Lead the development of downstream purification and refining strategies for microbial oils and lipids from laboratory development to pilot and manufacturing scale Design, optimize, and implement scalable downstream processing workflows and refining processes Develop extraction, purification, and product recovery protocols tailored to specific product applications Transfer processes from laboratory to pilot and industrial environments and support scale-up activities Troubleshoot process challenges and drive continuous improvements in process robustness, efficiency, and sustainability Select and evaluate suitable process equipment, refining technologies, and process aids Generate and assess experimental data to support process development and decision-making Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams across fermentation, analytics, and product development Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioprocess Engineering, or a related scientific discipline Strong chemical engineering mindset with the ability to independently design, develop, and optimize downstream processes Sound experience in downstream processing, process development, purification, refining, and scale-up of biotechnological products Expertise in the purification of microbial products, including oils, lipids, proteins, polysaccharides, or small molecules Knowledge of refining processes such as degumming, neutralization, bleaching, and deodorization, as well as separation technologies including extraction, filtration, centrifugation, and drying Experience applying Design of Experiments (DoE) and statistical process optimization approaches Ability to translate laboratory results into scalable, robust, and reproducible pilot or manufacturing processes Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills Experience with microbial oils, lipids, or fermentation-derived products is advantageous but not required Join a fast-growing biotechnology start-up shaping the future of sustainable oils and lipids Take ownership of innovative products from laboratory development to commercialisation Work closely with experienced scientific leaders and decision-makers Be part of an international, collaborative, and English-speaking team Contribute to cutting-edge precision fermentation technologies with real-world impact Permanent employment contract, competitive salary, flexible working hours, and 28 vacation days With over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and chemical industry as well as in biotechnology and medical engineering, we know the key contacts at companies that are recruiting for challenging jobs with real potential. The current high demand for staff has opened up exciting opportunities for dedicated experts who want to develop professionally and to further their careers. As recruitment specialists with an international network of contacts, we can offer you decisive advantages – completely free of charge. Register with us and reap the benefits of interesting job offers that match your skills and experience. ### Responsibilities Lead the development of downstream purification and refining strategies for microbial oils and lipids from laboratory development to pilot and manufacturing scale Design, optimize, and implement scalable downstream processing workflows and refining processes Develop extraction, purification, and product recovery protocols tailored to specific product applications Transfer processes from laboratory to pilot and industrial environments and support scale-up activities Troubleshoot process challenges and drive continuous improvements in process robustness, efficiency, and sustainability Select and evaluate suitable process equipment, refining technologies, and process aids Generate and assess experimental data to support process development and decision-making Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams across fermentation, analytics, and product development ### Benefits Join a fast-growing biotechnology start-up shaping the future of sustainable oils and lipids Take ownership of innovative products from laboratory development to commercialisation Work closely with experienced scientific leaders and decision-makers Be part of an international, collaborative, and English-speaking team Contribute to cutting-edge precision fermentation technologies with real-world impact Permanent employment contract, competitive salary, flexible working hours, and 28 vacation days