Process Engineer - Italy - VIE Contract 2 years

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👉 If you're passionate about bioprocesses, industrial optimization, and digital transformation, this opportunity is for you!
💼 Your Mission
As a Process Engineer VIE, you'll play a key role in improving our bioproduction processes and scaling up production. Your main responsibilities will include:
🔍 Analyze & optimize bioprocesses (from pre-fermentation to formulation)
📊 Support data collection & digitalization of production processes
🏗 Define & support new investment projects for process improvement
💡 Implement initiatives to increase production capacity & efficiency
🔬 Work on bioprocess control systems & reactor operations
💡 You'll be part of an international & cross-functional team, working closely with R&D, production, and industrial teams to make a real impact!

📍 Discover Pisticci - A Hidden Gem in Southern Italy 🇮🇹
Located in the Basilicata region, Pisticci is a charming Italian town known for its whitewashed houses, stunning hilltop views, and Mediterranean lifestyle. Nestled between the Ionian coast and beautiful countryside, it offers a relaxed and authentic Italian experience.
✨ Enjoy the mild climate, delicious local cuisine (think fresh pasta and olive oil!), and proximity to Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its ancient cave dwellings. Plus, Italy's stunning beaches are just a short drive away! 🚗🏖
If you love culture, nature, and great food, Pisticci is the perfect place for your international adventure! 🍝🌞

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🎯 Your Profile 🔍 Who are we looking for?
🎓 Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical, Biochemical, Food, Industrial, or Process Engineering
🧪 Knowledge of bioprocess engineering (mass & energy balances, microbial kinetics)
⚙️ Familiar with process control systems & bioreactor operations
📊 Experience with data analysis & visualization (Excel, Power BI, statistical tools)
🗣 Fluent in English (Italian is a plus!)
💡 Soft skills: Analytical mindset, problem-solver, detail-oriented 🔍
🤝 Strong teamwork & communication skills to work across different teams

🌎 What's in it for You?
✨ International experience in a growing & innovative field
🔬 Work on cutting-edge bioprocess projects with real impact
📈 Gain expertise in process optimization, digital transformation & industrial scale-up
🍝 Live & work in Italy - Pisticci offers a fantastic work-life balance, close to beautiful landscapes, Mediterranean food & Italian culture 🇮🇹
🌍 Join a VIE community-you won't be alone! Several VIEs are based in Italy

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🚀 Why Join Us?
At Gnosis by Lesaffre, we're on a mission to improve human health and wellbeing through microorganisms and biotransformation. Our teams push the limits of fermentation and process engineering to deliver innovative nutritional ingredients like Vitamin K2 and Folates.
We're looking for a curious & motivated Process Engineer to support key projects on process optimization, capacity expansion & digitalization at our Pisticci plant in Italy.

📍 Pisticci, Italy | 2 years VIE contract
📅 Start date: ideally July 2025 - open to September

🎯 Recruitment Process:
📄 CV Screening ➡️ 3 Interviews ➡️ Welcome on board! 🚀

📝 Ready to Apply?
📌 Eligibility for the VIE Program:
✔️ 18-28 years old
✔️ European nationality 🇪🇺
✔️ Not having already completed a VIE
🔗 Learn more about the VIE program: Business France - VIE
📢 Apply now and be part of the adventure!
[Diversity & Inclusion]: At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow