Director Process & Chemical Engineering
Intrinsic FoundriesDhanbad, Jharkhand, India6 hours ago
Job descriptionAdvanced degree (MS / PhD) in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or related field 10+ years of experience in bioprocess engineering with demonstrated scale-up expertise Proven track record developing systems from lab scale (1-10L) through pilot (100-1000L) to commercial scale (> Strong understanding of photobioreactor systems, algae cultivation, or microbial fermentation Experience with process simulation software (Aspen Plus, SuperPro Designer, or similar) Deep knowledge of unit operations, process integration, and downstream processing Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills Experience with carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technologies Background in precision fermentation or algae-based bioprocessing Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, EPA, Biodiversity Authority) for bioprocessing facilities Experience commissioning and starting up bioprocessing facilities
Company Description
Intrinsic Foundries is revolutionizing the way we view carbon emissions by converting them into high-value biochemicals using microalgae & yeast.
OVERVIEW The Director of Process & Chemical Engineering will lead the development and scale-up of scalable bioprocessing systems, serving as the technical bridge between laboratory R&D, photobioreactor (PBR) operations, pilot facilities, and commercial deployment sites.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and optimize scalable process systems from lab to commercial scale
- Lead process design, mass and energy balances, and process flow diagrams (PFDs) for carbon capture and algae-based bioprocessing
- Collaborate closely with PBR engineering teams to optimize cultivation parameters and reactor performance
- Work with laboratory teams to translate bench-scale findings into scalable process designs
- Coordinate with pilot plant teams to validate process parameters and scale-up strategies
- Interface with on-site deployment teams to ensure smooth technology transfer and implementation
- Establish process control strategies, critical process parameters (CPPs), and process analytical technology (PAT) frameworks
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all operational scales
- Develop technical documentation including batch records, SOPs, and process validation protocols
- Lead cross-functional technical reviews and troubleshooting initiatives
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
10,000L)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Director Engineering • Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India