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Process Engineer-Fermentation

Novonesis
Blair, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025
Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We’re here to better our world with biology.

Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We’re here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Process Engineer

You will be part of a team that utilizes a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for food production and alternative proteins through fermentation and downstream processing. As Process Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work closely with production in fermentation or downstream processing to ensure smooth and efficient operations. You will be able to drive process improvements, work with capital projects, and support upscaling of new processes from development.

In This Role You’ll Make An Impact By

  • Owning the overall fermentation and downstream processing of enzymes.
  • Ensuring products are delivered within a predictable time frame, volume, and quality.
  • Working collaboratively to optimize the process flow and equipment and utilizing LEAN manufacturing.
  • Complying with internal and external safety, quality, and food grade standards.
  • Utilizing change management systems to update documents and procedures
  • Leading and/or supporting capital projects and following up on performance and completion.
  • Leading new product introductions and local projects/initiatives.
  • Driving improvements in the overall financial outlook of Novonesis

To Succeed You Must Hold

  • BS /MS in chemical engineering or related engineering degree required and experience in biotechnology preferred.
  • Ability to move about in the processing areas and be able to climb stairs, ladders, and enter tanks.
  • Must possess visual acuity and physical ability to support all functions of the job at all times.
  • Desire to initiate cross functional collaboration with others and communication skills to be successful with all levels of the organization.
  • Passion for learning new skills and developing yourself.
  • Willingness to work on the production floor as well as in the laboratory setting.

Location: This job will be located onsite at Blair, NE.

Application deadline: March 31, 2025



Expected salary range: $67,000- $87,000 base bonus

Benefits You Will Enjoy

  • 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
  • Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
  • Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution
  • Employee assistance program
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • All benefits begin on your first day

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.

Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

Want to learn more?

Learn more about Novonesis, our purpose, and your career opportunities at novonesis.com

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