Technology Development Engineer

Tessenderlo Group (Euronext: TESB) is an industrial group that is a global leader in many different sectors, including agriculture, valorizing bio-residuals, energy, and providing industrial solutions with a focus on water. The group employs more than 4,700 people, we are a leader in most of the markets which we operate, and we recorded a consolidated revenue of 1.7 billion EUR in 2020.

Our tagline – “Every Molecule Counts” - clearly conveys the unique attitude to sustainability and continuous practical innovation within each department of Tessenderlo Group. As an international company with Belgian roots, Tessenderlo Group promotes personal and local entrepreneurship, creating opportunities for all of our employees to take on challenging roles and real responsibilities. On top of this, our people are encouraged to further develop their competencies through regular training initiatives, and they are rewarded with competitive compensation and benefits packages. More information can be found atwww.tessenderlo.com.

Expertise and entrepreneurship, technical strength and know-how, curiosity and creativity are key for the Group to secure its position as a global leader in most of its products and markets. The Group believes that an Innovation mindset and R&D capabilities are indispensable for a successful future where every molecule countsand the Group is committed to building a strong R&D community with this mission in mind. Innovations Centers and technical support centers are located in Tessenderlo (BE), in Phoenix and Dinuba (US) and across the different Business Units globally.

As a member of the Tessenderlo Innovation Center,

• You learn current process technologies within the company in detail, identify and lead process improvements for existing products in terms of output, efficiency, safety, quality and cost;
• You provide detailed answers to process technology questions from the different Business Units, supported by our operational teams;
• You scout for, test & support implementation of new technologies in the broad fields in which Tessenderlo Group is active, such as the valorisation of proteins and fats for food, pharma and health markets (e.g. gelatin, hydrolyzed collagen and proteins, petfood ingredients, …), the production of top quality fertilizers and crop nutrition solutions for sustainable and organic agriculture and of products providing industrial solutions;
• You take the lead in the design and construction of new technical and piloting installation(s), scaling-up and de-risking of the technologies before transfer/implementation in the BU factories;
• You build up the know-how and experience to do a solid, well-founded knowledge transfer from an R&D project to implementation in de BU;
• You participate in hazard and operability reviews of process installations and manage all safety issues related to pilot equipment modifications;
• You analyze technology gaps within our company and push for potential solutions;
• You investigate new manufacturing processes, build a network with technology providers and academia and analyze competitive technologies;
• You are co-responsible for managing and coordinating the operational teams and corresponding daily tasks.

• You have a Master/PhD of Science in (Bio)chemical Engineering, a Master of Bioscience Engineering (“Biosysteemtechniek”) or related degree
• Having 3+ years of experience in engineering/process technology is a plus
• You are an excellent communicator and are capable to connect with/at all levels in the organization
• You are eager to combine hands-on field work with desk research
• You are capable of working independently and are result-driven
• You have a curious mindset and are triggered by transferring knowledge into change and innovation
• You are capable of coping with uncertainty related to our R&D activities and multi-tasking
• You have notions of project management
• You speak English and Dutch fluently
• You will be located in our office at Tessenderlo

We offer you:

• We offer a full-time open ended contract and a competitive salary package with fringe benefits (car, group insurance, hospitalisation insurance and meal vouchers);
• You will be able to grow your network and experience level;
• You will be working in a challenging, international environment;
• You will be working in a team with the right attitude and spirit to let you grow and succeed in your job.