Y Srl is an innovative startup based in Trentino, active in the development, production and commercialisation of industrial components for the pharmaceutical, agri-food and biotechnology sectors. To expand the Technical Department at its Rovereto site, the company is looking for a Senior Chemical Process Engineer.
What to expect
You will join a growing startup, working on bioreactors, fermentation systems and scale-up processes. You will work in a technical environment that is still being developed, where a senior professional can contribute not only to product development, but also to defining methods, standards and design choices. You will be responsible for process design, analysis and optimisation, working with a multidisciplinary team on activities ranging from process diagrams to system validation. The role requires autonomy, the ability to make technical decisions and willingness to work in an environment that is still relatively unstructured. The contract is permanent and full-time, based in Rovereto. The gross annual salary ranges from €38,000 to €42,000, depending on experience and skills.
Position
You will support the design and development of innovative bioreactors and fermentation systems, with responsibility for:
- preparing and reviewing process flow diagrams (PFDs) and P&IDs;
- process analysis and material and energy balances;
- supporting scale-up and technology transfer activities;
- working with the automation team to define process control strategies;
- taking part in system commissioning, validation and testing activities;
- preparing and maintaining technical documentation;
- liaising with suppliers, partners and customers.
Requirements
The following qualifications are essential to take part in the selection process:
- a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline;
- at least 3–5 years of experience in industrial environments;
- solid knowledge of industrial process design and optimisation principles;
- analytical and problem-solving skills;
- ability to work in multidisciplinary teams;
- good written and spoken English;
- willingness to work at the Rovereto site and to undertake short international business trips.
Preferred qualifications
The following would be considered an advantage:
- experience in the biotech, pharmaceutical, fermentation or industrial biotechnology sectors;
- knowledge of bioreactors, fermenters and cell or microbial cultivation processes;
- experience with process simulation software;
- familiarity with industrial control and automation systems;
- experience with scale-up and pilot plants.
