Head of Innovation & Process Engineering
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.
- 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
- 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
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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.