Head of Innovation & Process Engineering

Head of Innovation & Process Engineering

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Bühler Biotechnology is building a strong position in bioprocess technology markets such as fermentation, alternative proteins, and sustainable biomanufacturing. As Head of Innovation & Process Engineering, you will define and drive Bühler's innovation portfolio and ensure new solutions are shaped with a clear market focus. Your mission is to bridge emerging technologies, customer needs, and engineering expertise to build the future of Bühler's bioprocess offering.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead Bühler's innovation portfolio for bioprocess technology, ensuring alignment with market opportunities and customer value
• Drive early-phase project definition and technology concepts, handing over to execution teams for implementation
• Lead and grow a multidisciplinary process engineering group covering fermentation, downstream purification, and integrated bioprocessing
• Build and expand Bühler's innovation ecosystem by partnering with customers, start-ups, and academic institutions
• Ensure Bühler's solutions are scalable, market-ready, and commercially impactful
• Act as a thought leader in the field, representing Bühler at industry forums and conferences

Qualifications

• MSc/PhD in Bioprocess Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 15+ years of experience in bioprocess engineering and technology-driven innovation
• Proven track record in innovation portfolio leadership or technology strategy
• Strong leadership across cross-functional and customer-facing innovation projects
• Ability to connect scientific insight with market strategy and business impact
• Established network in biotech/biopharma markets and excellent communication skills

Attractive mobility concept

We offer an OSTWIND ZVV / Z-Pass + half-fare travelcard for CHF 365 + CHF 400 public transport credit as well as an attractive first-class travelcard or free parking.

Health-Port

We are committed to preventive health care through laboratory analyses, massages, nutritional advice, physiotherapy, group courses and a company doctor.

Family support

Parents/guardians can purchase discounts from the Kita Chinderhus Rägeboge Uzwil.

Attractive vacation entitlement

Enough time for relaxation and personal interests - we offer from 25 to 30 days of vacation per year depending on age.

Employer-funded pension plan

The Bühler Pension Fund offers Bühler employees an independent pension fund that ensures reliable financial security in retirement: www.pk-buhler.ch

Mobile phone subscriptions

We offer special conditions for cell phone subscriptions via Mobilezone with Sunrise and Swisscom.

Questions? We are happy to answer them! Theresa Keil

Application process

Diversity, equity & inclusion

Our TOP values

Creating impact together at Bühler! Two billion people eat food every day that was produced with Bühler equipment. One billion people drive vehicles whose parts were manufactured with our machines. Bühler aims to balance humanity, nature, and the economy in every decision as it develops solutions that unlock sustainable business opportunities in the global food, feed, and mobility industries. We strive to create innovations for a better world, with a special focus on healthy, safe, and sustainable solutions. Therefore, we team up with customers, start-ups, multinationals, and academia to accelerate impact together.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Product Management and Marketing

Industries

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing