Process Engineer (f/m/d)

For us, it is all about improving and saving lives

In Bern, we're not just expanding-we're reaching a major milestone by launching a new production site and introducing innovative ways of working. This is what being a Persistent Pioneer in our BN DNA is all about-bringing a pioneering spirit to everything we do. Whether you're an experienced professional, transitioning from academia, or coming from a related industry, you'll have the unique opportunity to influence how we work and grow.

We are looking to strengthen the Engineering Team with a

Process Engineer (f/m/d)

Our engineering department is a close-knit team of more than 30 employees that covers all engineering aspects in-house. We operate like a family, supporting each other, and are composed of regional and international specialists. Our team communicates in both German and English. Continuous development is in our DNA, as is the goal to achieve something extraordinary.

In this role, you will be responsible for the hands-on operation, maintenance, and optimization of manufacturing processes within a pharmaceutical environment. This includes activities related to process development, optimization, and troubleshooting. As a Package Owner in investment projects, you will oversee manufacturing processes within larger project scopes. Your role will involve troubleshooting and emergency response to ensure uninterrupted operations. Additionally, you will lead improvement projects and support the integration of new technologies.

What you can expect

• Operate and maintain manufacturing processes, ensuring the continuous and efficient production within the facility
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective actions on process equipment
• Design and optimize manufacturing processes to meet regulatory and operational requirements for reliability and efficiency
• Lead projects to improve system performance, including energy efficiency and resource usage reductions
• Act as the Package Owner for process systems in large-scale investment projects, overseeing the planning, procurement, installation, and qualification of process equipment
• Run the planning and development of Change Control for processes into a Veeva workflow
• Manage process system installations, from design to commissioning, qualification, and monitoring, ensuring timely project delivery
• Ensure all process systems comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other regulatory standards
• Provide hands-on technical support for troubleshooting and resolving process system issues, ensuring rapid recovery and minimal disruption to production
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) for any system deviations

Your skills and qualifications

• Academic education (university, university of applied sciences) in the field of mechanical engineering, process engineering, biology, biotechnology, pharmaceutical technology, chemistry or comparable or extensive professional experience in the field of bio-pharmaceutical technology
• Experience in the bio-pharmaceutical industry under GMP production conditions
• Experience in commissioning process systems and risk methodologies
• Written and spoken German and English
• Initiative, ability to work under pressure, decision-making ability, judgement, independence, conscientious way of working
• Willingness to be available for on-call duties to respond to emergencies or system failures outside of normal working hours, ensuring rapid troubleshooting and resolution
• Good communication skills, team-oriented working style and a high sense of responsibility complete your profile

We provide an opportunity to be a part of an international company that boasts exceptional technology and a determined team. Join our team if you share our enthusiasm and have a desire to create an impact. You can expect a vibrant and adaptable work environment that supports the growth of your personal and professional skills.

Are you ready to join us in our mission?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Simply click the "APPLY" button on the right side of the page and you will be redirected to our application form. We are conducting interviews on an ongoing basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We look forward to receiving your motivated CV, where you briefly explain your motivation for applying for this particular position. A cover letter is optional.

We kindly request that headhunters or recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this position.

Founded in 1994, we have +30 years of experience developing life-saving vaccines. We are a global leader in smallpox and mpox vaccines. Our commercial product portfolio contains market-leading vaccines against rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, cholera, typhoid, and Ebola. We are headquartered in Denmark and have manufacturing, research, and sales offices across Europe and North America. Our values - our Bavarian Nordic DNA, as we like to call it - are what guide our actions every day. We act as persistent pioneers, embrace change, value being boosted by the team, and believe in protecting lives every day. If that is also a part of your DNA, we invite you to join us in Bavarian Nordic! Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
www.bavarian-nordic.com

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