Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer
Collecchio (PR), Italy

Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Collecchio, near the vibrant city of Parma, dsm-firmenich is proud to announce the opening of a cutting-edge production plant in early 2027.
The new state-of-the-art facility will feature the latest technologies such as ASTAROME™, to enable the use of liquid flavors in dry blends, and the production of more cost-effective reaction flavors. With automated packaging lines and modern warehouse, sampling, QC lab, and expansion capacity to ship, the site will be a state-of-the-art place to help fulfill the ambition of Taste, Texture & Health (TTH) of dsm-firmenich. It will be a place where talent and technology come together to fulfill our ambition: shaping the future together and driving the progress of food innovation.
Join us as a Process Engineer and play a key role in launching our new, state-of-the-art Taste, Texture & Health plant in Collecchio. You’ll drive process excellence, collaborate with diverse teams, and help shape innovative, sustainable solutions from day one. This is your opportunity to make a real impact and grow your career with a global leader.

Your key responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate process commissioning and start-up activities, support and supervise plant validation and qualification activities in compliance with GMP and FDA regulations, ensuring all systems and equipment are installed and operating according to design specifications.
• Monitor process performance and KPIs (OEE, scrap rates, yields, performance) and implement improvements to achieve operational targets for quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities (Lean manufacturing) and oversee their implementation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, maintenance, quality, SHE) to identify and resolve issues that arise during production, including equipment malfunctions and process deviations.
• Create, update and approve P&ID’s, mass and energy balances, and process technical specifications also participating in PSAs, HAZOPs and Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (FMEA).
• Perform all work in alignment with SHE, Quality behaviors and standards also adhering to the dsm-firmenich Code of Conduct.

We offer
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being
• The opportunity to be part of a pioneering team, contributing to the successful start-up of a new, state-of-the-art plant.
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

You bring
• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline: Chemical and Process Engineering, Electrical / Mechanical or equivalent
• 5 years as an engineer in a manufacturing environment (Food, Pharma, Chemical industries)
• Experience with lean six sigma methology is considered a differencial.
• Previous experience in a GMP/food or pharma environment
• Strong expertise in P&IDs and mass and energy balances
• Fluency in English

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.