We are seeking a highly qualified Industrial Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial process engineering, with a strong focus on bio-based process scale-up and the translation of R&D innovations into industrial production.
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The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in process scale-up from lab to pilot and industrial scale, pilot plant operation, and industrial process optimization, ideally within enzymatic, bio-based, or industrial biotechnology environments. This person should be comfortable working at the interface of R&D, engineering, and production, with a strong commitment to operational excellence, process reliability, and data-driven decision-making .
This role offers the opportunity to lead scale-up and process engineering activities in the disruptive field of enzymatic plastic depolymerization, contributing to high-impact industrial projects in a fast-paced, innovation-driven company.
Why Join Us
You will join Entzimatiko, a dynamic and multidisciplinary team working at the forefront of enzymatic innovation. Your work will directly support the development, optimization, and industrialization of sustainable, high-performance bioprocesses.
Together with INZU Group, we foster a collaborative and growth-oriented culture, offer competitive compensation, and provide the opportunity to help shape the future of sustainable, bio-based plastic recycling.
Required Qualifications
* Degree in Industrial Engineering required
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial process engineering, pilot plant operations, or scale-up of R&D processes
* Demonstrated hands-on experience in bio-based process scale-up
* Proven experience working at the interface of R&D and industrial production
* Strong practical understanding of process engineering, process optimization, and industrial deployment
* Experience in enzymatic processes, bioprocesses, or industrial biotechnology strongly preferred, and highly valued for success in this role
Core Technical Competencies
* Process scale-up from lab to pilot to industrial scale
* Pilot plant design, operation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
* Process optimization with a focus on yield, efficiency, robustness, and cost
* Process modeling, including mass and energy balances
* Data analysis, KPI monitoring, and process performance tracking
* Implementation of process control strategies and continuous improvement actions
* Familiarity with industrial equipment, including reactors, separation units, and downstream processing systems
* Collaboration with analytical teams for process validation and monitoring
* Preparation of technical documentation for process transfer and industrial deployment
* Compliance with industrial safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate process scale-up activities from laboratory to pilot and industrial scale
* Design, operate, and optimize pilot plant processes
* Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial processes
* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance performance and reduce costs
* Develop, maintain, and standardize process documentation and scale-up protocols
* Collaborate closely with R&D, production, quality, and engineering teams
* Support technology transfer from development to full-scale production
* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
* Contribute to the development of innovative and sustainable technologies with real industrial impact
What We Offer
* Join a solid business group: INZU Group .
* Full-time contract
* Flexible working hours: 8:00–16:15 (flexible entry/exit). xhfqzwm
* On-site position in Zumaia, Gipuzkoa .
* Professional development and internal training plan.
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