Bioprocess Engineer - Fermentation Technology

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a senior Bioprocess Engineer to lead development, optimization, and scale-up of microbial fermentation processes for biochemicals and therapeutics. You will collaborate with R&D and manufacturing to ensure robust biomanufacturing operations.

The role requires an MSc/PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or related field, 5+ years in industrial bioprocess development, and hands-on bioreactor operation, process control, and downstream processing

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial bioprocess development experience focusing on microbial fermentation.
• Strong knowledge of microbial physiology, metabolic engineering, and fermentation kinetics.
• Hands-on bioreactor operation, process control, and downstream processing.
• Familiarity with GMP regulations and quality assurance in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, optimize, and scale-up microbial fermentation processes for industrial applications.
• Monitor and control fermentation parameters (e.g., temperature, pH, DO) to ensure optimal growth and product yield.
• Develop and implement downstream processing strategies for product recovery and purification.
• Conduct process validation studies and ensure GMP compliance.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement corrective actions to maintain efficiency.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing to transfer and implement new bioprocesses.

Skills

Bioprocess engineering

Microbial fermentation

Process control

GMP compliance

Education

MSc or PhD in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Bioprocess Engineer to join their innovative team specializing in Fermentation Technology in Mahikeng . This role is instrumental in the development, optimization, and scale-up of microbial fermentation processes for the production of valuable biochemicals and therapeutics. You will work closely with research scientists and production teams to ensure efficient and robust biomanufacturing operations. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of microbial physiology, bioreactor design, and process control, coupled with excellent problem-solving skills and a dedication to advancing bioprocessing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, optimize, and scale-up microbial fermentation processes for industrial applications.
• Monitor and control fermentation parameters (e.g., temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen) to ensure optimal microbial growth and product yield.
• Develop and implement downstream processing strategies for product recovery and purification.
• Conduct process validation studies and ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement corrective actions to maintain operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams to transfer and implement new bioprocesses.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering , Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial bioprocess development, with a focus on microbial fermentation.
• Strong knowledge of microbial physiology, metabolic engineering, and fermentation kinetics.
• Hands-on experience with bioreactor operation, process control systems, and downstream processing.
• Familiarity with GMP regulations and quality assurance in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Exposure to cutting-edge fermentation technology and biomanufacturing processes.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in Mahikeng .