Bioprocess Engineer - Pilot Plant (Fermentation & DSP) - Nestlé Research

Location: Lausanne, Switzerland

Work model: Office-based / Full time

Contract type / duration: Fixed-term contract (2 years)

Shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation.

As a Bioprocess Engineer
- Pilot Plant (Fermentation & DSP) at Nestlé Research, your mission is to lead bioprocessing activities that bridge lab-scale discovery and industrial manufacturing through robust fermentation and downstream processing solutions. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with pilot plant teams, scientists, engineers, quality and safety specialists, technical experts and external partners. This is your opportunity to turn ideas into sustainable and innovative solutions for people, pets, and the planet.

• Leading pilot-scale bioprocess trials that help transform promising research into scalable manufacturing solutions.
• Driving fermentation process development by optimizing media, feeding strategies and key operating parameters for reliable performance.
• Developing downstream processing approaches that improve yield, recovery and product quality.
• Building process understanding through data analysis, automation insights and digital tools that support optimization and reproducibility.
• Contributing to safe, compliant and high-quality pilot plant operations through risk assessment, documentation and continuous improvement.
• Shaping the development of new biotech pilot plant capabilities by translating process needs into practical equipment and facility solutions.

• Bringing strong expertise in fermentation, bioprocessing and pilot or industrial-scale operations.
• Applying scale-up, technology transfer and industrialization knowledge to make processes robust and ready for implementation.
• Using analytical thinking, process data and automation tools to troubleshoot, optimize and improve reproducibility.
• Collaborating across research, engineering, operations, quality and safety teams with ownership and a hands‑on mindset.
• Communicating confidently and delivering presentations in French or English.
• Bringing collaboration, fresh thinking, bold questions, respect, and a positive, wellbeing‑oriented mindset.

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office based roles)
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.