Process Engineer - Bioprocess Development

We are seeking a Process Engineer to join an innovative and fast-growing biotechnology business developing next-generation bioprocesses. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in scaling up novel fermentation and tissue engineering processes, supporting the transition from R&D through pilot-scale development and towards commercial manufacture.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to bioprocess design, process optimisation, scale-up activities and experimental programmes, helping to maximise process performance and product yield. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to make a real impact within a highly collaborative environment

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and scale-up of fermentation and bioprocessing technologies.
• Translate R&D concepts into practical engineering solutions for pilot and commercial applications.
• Design, execute and analyse process development experiments.
• Work closely with scientists, engineers and external partners to test and improve process designs.
• Contribute to process documentation, SOPs and quality systems.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Promote safe working practices and contribute to a strong engineering culture.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Chemical Engineering (BEng, MEng or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years' industry experience within a biotechnology, food, pharmaceutical, bioprocessing or related manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on fermentation process experience.
• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals, including mass transfer and fluid dynamics.
• Experience working within project-driven environments and delivering against milestones.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Bio-reactor (bioreactor) design, operation or scale-up experience.
• Exposure to pilot plant or process commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of downstream processing or separation technologies.
• Experience within bioprocess development, cellular agriculture, food technology or related sectors.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking bioprocess technologies.
• Collaborative and innovative environment.
• Significant scope for professional development and career progression.
• Chance to contribute to technologies with meaningful environmental and societal impact.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.