Sr. Process Engineer – Manufacturing Technology, Health & Bioscience

<p><b>Job Summary</b></p>Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences?<br/><br/>International Flavors &amp; Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. As a science company, various knowledge and expertise enable IFF to support a large and significant product portfolio as well as services &amp; solutions for customers.<br/><br/>The role sits within our Health and Biosciences Business Unit, and you’ll play a key role in advancing industrial biotechnology through technical leadership and strategic execution.<p></p><p></p><p>As a Senior Process Engineer in Manufacturing Technology, you’ll be based at our cutting-edge facility in Dangé-Saint-Romain, home to a multidisciplinary team including R&amp;D, Process R&amp;D, <span>Engineering/Manufacturing</span> Technology, Application, and Commercial experts, alongside production.</p><p></p><p>Based on your experience and development within this senior role, you will also become responsible to manage a team of engineers across multiple sites in France.</p><p></p><p><b>Where You’ll Make a Difference</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead or participate in diverse projects including capital investments, production/process improvements, inter-site and digital initiatives, while mentoring and training engineers.</p></li><li><p>As a technology team lead, translate stakeholder needs (business, operations, process, safety) into clear and actionable project scopes.</p></li><li><p>Provide robust process, equipment, and automation solutions, including proactive troubleshooting and root cause analysis to support operations.</p></li><li><p>Drive continuous improvement initiatives to boost capacity, enhance product quality, improve safety, and reduce operational costs.</p></li><li><p>Deliver basic data and execute RTO start-up operations such as FAT/SAT and qualification phases (QI/QO/QP).</p></li><li><p>Manage and prioritize multiple projects, ensuring effective communication with internal stakeholders, business leaders, and global Manufacturing Technology teams.</p></li><li><p>Support Process Safety Management (PSM) tasks including HIRA, MOCs, and pre-startup safety reviews (PSSR).</p></li><li><p>Contribute to long-term sites master planning and global strategies as part of the Health and Biosciences Manufacturing Technology community.</p></li><li><p>Translate global goals into site-level initiatives and, over time, lead a team of engineers across multiple sites in France.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What Makes You the Right Fit</b></p><ul><li><p>Master’s or Engineering degree in Biotechnological Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Biochemical Engineering.</p></li><li><p>Minimum 5 years of experience in process design and execution of capital or continuous improvement projects within an industrial process environment.</p></li><li><p>Proven leadership or project management experience in a manufacturing setting.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical expertise in industrial biotechnology processes, including fermentation, downstream processing, and formulation (liquid and solid).</p></li><li><p>In-depth knowledge of unit operations such as fermentation (media prep, process parameters), separation (centrifugation, membrane filtration), and stabilization (cryo freezing, lyophilization).</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of equipment and integration—pumps, heat exchangers, valves, instrumentation, piping—and their role in production units.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of process control and automation in batch process environments.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in engaging senior leadership and cross-functional teams.</p></li><li><p>Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, including budgeting, project justification, and ability to inspire and motivate teams.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>How Would You Stand Out?</b></p><ul><li><p>Strong organization in technical project management and execution.</p></li><li><p>Demonstrate leadership within process/technical teams.</p></li><li><p>Good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a team and succeed in an international, multicultural and multidisciplinary work environment.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Why Choose Us?</b></p><ul><li><p>Work in a state-of-the-art facility with cutting-edge technologies.</p></li><li><p>Make a real impact on sustainable food innovation.</p></li><li><p>Join a team that values individuality and fosters collaboration. </p></li><li><p>Opportunities for career development and global mobility.</p></li><li><p>Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits designed to support your well-being. </p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p>We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniquen