Your mission
Support our engineering manager in major capex projects as subject matter expert
Act as subject matter expert in upscaling projects of fermentation processes, downstream and extraction processes from pilot to large production scale
Prepare technical engineering documents together with other engineers and scientists (Define user requirement specifications, PFD’s, P&ID'S, energy & mass balances, equipment lists, spec sheets, equipment assessments, layout design, hygienic design specification, risk analysis, work instructions)
Prepare commissioning plans and maintenance plans
Write and review SOP's
Collaboratively ensure technical standards in all technical operations
Support feasibility studies for future CapEx projects
Support HAZOP studies through all engineering phases
Plan and execute commissioning of new process equipments
Support on work safety risk assessments
Support internal and external production regarding process optimization and troubleshooting
Your profile
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Process Engineering or a related field
At least 4 years of working experience in a production site in life science industry
At least 2 years of working experience in technical design of microbial fermentation (>10m3) or downstream (>3t/h) or extraction (>10m3) process units in industrial production scale
Proven experience in successfully upscaling - from pilot scale to industry production scale - of fermentation or downstream or extraction processes
A good knowledge of chemical- & bioprocess engineering principles is a prerequisite
A good practical knowledge of equipments used for liquid processes, e.g. pumps, pipes, heat exchangers, valves, inline measuring equipment’s, filter units, separators, stirred tanks, crusher, mills and conveyors is a prerequisite
Proven experience in process engineering from quality driven life science industry (e.g. food or pharma)
Familiarity with mycology and mycelium cultivation is a strong plus
Strong hands-on mentality is a strong plus
Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced startup environment
First experience in plant commissioning highly preferred
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Very good communication skills in both German and English
Our Benefits:
Work for one of the global innovation leaders in the food industry
Dynamic and diverse mission-driven team from more than 25 different countries
A fast growing company with exceptional opportunities for personal development
Flat hierarchies and short decision paths
Flexible working hours with entitled Home Office days in an innovative and agile working environment
Gym Membership, language classes or an attractive alternative from our benefit program
Great team events such as “lunch & learn”, “Demo Day”, cultural celebrations and food tastings
Drinks, cereal bar and fresh fruit at the office, our home products tasting session for new employees
Lastly, join us in the journey as we change the food system as we know it!
About us
At Infinite Roots® (formerly Mushlabs), we imagine a world where every meal supports both people and planet.
Based in Hamburg, we’re a biotech company unlocking the potential of mushrooms, using both mycelium and fruiting body, to create an entirely new category of food that is sustainable, scalable, and exceptionally delicious.
Our diverse team includes more than 70 people from over 25 nationalities. We bring together scientists, industry experts, and innovators, all united by one mission: to transform the global food system through cutting-edge biotechnology and bold thinking.Join us to shape the future of food!
