Bioprocess Engineer - Downstream Processing (x|w|m) in Deutschland

Sartorius seeks a Bioprocess Engineer for Downstream Processing to lead technology transfers of protein production processes from development to manufacturing operations in Freiburg. The role bridges industrialization and operations teams, ensuring GMP-compliant scale-up and coordinating cross-functional project teams through structured process transition.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute technology transfers of downstream processes into production operations
• Develop production-ready process descriptions and conduct gap and risk analyses with relevant departments
• Create and manage technology transfer plans, documentation, and GMP-required records
• Identify engineering needs and support process implementation and optimization in manufacturing
• Lead interdisciplinary project teams without formal authority and facilitate cross-functional decision-making

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, or related natural/engineering science
• Several years of experience in biotechnological process industry with downstream processing expertise
• Demonstrated knowledge of chromatography and tangential flow filtration techniques for recombinant proteins
• Proven experience with GMP-compliant manufacturing and regulatory compliance requirements
• Experience leading interdisciplinary project teams without direct authority and strong project management skills
• Fluent German and English language abilities, both written and spoken
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and ability to drive decisions across competing interests