The Challenge

Are you an engineer with a background in biotechnology/food industry looking for a new challenge?

As Process Engineer within the Global Technology Team at DSM Food Specialties in Seclin you will be contributing to implement new production processes and ensure technological support to all dsm-firmenich enzyme production sites globally, from early production to packaging. This in an excellent opportunity for someone willing to develop allrounder knowledge in production processes in a role with international exposure.

The Position

Contribute, alongside R&D, to the implementation of new production processes from pilot scales to industrialization.

Manage and ensure improvement projects (process and technical aspects) on large scale, as project director

Ensure the transfer of production processes from one Enzymes Solutions site to another.

Ensure technological support for production sites (internal and contracted ones out to CMOs).

Support manufacturing sites on troubleshooting.

Ensure quality and SHE regulations are being applied by the relevant stakeholders

The Ideal

Our Ideal candidate has:

Engineer with specialty in biotechnology or pharma-technology (Master or bac+5 minimum).

Disciplines of expertise are (2 or more): fermentation, downstream processing, purification, drying at industrial scale in biotechnology.

Minimum 3 years of professional experience in the biotech or food industry.

Willingness to work on various topics ranging from production to packaging.

Ability to manage projects from initiating to value creation.

Consultative approach, as well as strong relationship building skills.

Fluent in English and French

Occasional travels

Procedure & Contact

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by sending us your CV & Motivation letter via the career portal (). For additional questions, please contact Pauline Tschirhart, Sr TA Business Partner,

Reference check procedures are part of the DSM Recruitment & Selection Process. You will be contacted when these references checks are required.

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

Process Engineer (f/m/d)

Process Engineer (f/m/d)