Senior Process Engineer (m/w/d)

Job Description

Join our team as a process engineer, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing manufacturing processes. You will be a key contributor to technical investigations, process development, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Conduct process/chemical engineering assessments to optimise manufacturing processes (yield and efficiency, debottlenecking, waste reduction, sustainability)
• Execute technical investigations and support root cause analysis to aid day to day troubleshooting and enhance learning in production
• Participate in studies into chemical stages and new technology for long-term process development, collaborating in multidisciplinary teams
• Champion a strong HSE culture, ensuring standards are met and respected
• Provide assessments and calculations in support of Process Risk Assessments
• Design and implement plant trials to facilitate process changes, with a focus on data and critical success factors
• Support process knowledge transfers in alignment with the project lead
• Collaborate closely with project stakeholders (e.g. partners in production, R&D, supply chain & business functions)
• Contribute to the department in specialist roles (e.g. equipment / lab leader, specific techniques and software as required)

Qualifications

• M.Sc. or PhD in Chemical or Process Engineering or equivalent work experience (preferably in manufacturing environment or process development)
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles. In particular, knowledge of distillation, crystallisation and reaction technology
• Knowledge of process safety, health issues from chemical operations and environmental aspects of chemical production.
• Fluent in English with intermediate level German; French is advantageous
• Good communication skills coupled with the ability to see trends, simplify complex information, and appreciate different perspectives

Additional Information

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits, creating a stimulating and supportive environment.

• Engage in valuable, impactful work in a diverse and international setting  
• Thrive in an open culture where new ideas are welcome and collaboration is essential
• Gain opportunities to develop both technical and non-technical skills through mentorship from experienced colleagues
• Benefit from a learning culture with a wide range of training options for professional and personal growth
• Enjoy competitive compensation including a pension fund plan, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other much more (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance) 

Please send your complete application with CV, motivation letter, diploma and work certificates.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.