Application Test Engineer (m/f/d)

Your duties Planning, execution and evaluation of application tests at the GEA Application and Technology Center Sarstedt for internal and external customers Close cooperation with customers and internal contact persons to understand process requirements, to set test plans and to communicate results and recommendations carrying out laboratory and analytical work, including the cultivation of microorganisms and cell cultures, as well as sampling and analysis at various stages of the test implementation Preparation, operation and maintenance of pilot plants, including cleaning and sterilization processes and mechanical activities such as hose connections, filter and impeller replacements operation of various process technologies, e.g. sterile tanks, bioreactors/fermenters, UHT plants, homogenizers, separators, filtration systems and spray dryers, according to customer and process requirements Documentation and presentation of test results and findings as well as participation in the continuous improvement of test methods, processes and application solutions

Your profile completed studies in the technical or scientific field, e.g. biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, food technology or process engineering; Particularly relevant are courses focusing on biotechnology or bioprocess engineering Practical experience in experimental work in laboratory or pilot scale, ideally in biotechnology, food industry, pharmaceutical industry or a comparable environment knowledge in the handling of microorganisms or cell cultures, including genetically modified microorganisms, as well as common analytical methods of microbiology, biotechnology or food technology Practical experience with at least one relevant process technology, e.g. bioreactors/fermenters, UHT, homogenization, separation, filtration or spray drying. Experience with all technologies mentioned is not provided Very good knowledge of German and good English in word and writing as well as strong communication skills in exchange with customers and international teams Experimental joy, analytical and solution-oriented thinking and self-initiative and the willingness to take part in a practical pilot plant environment We offer you Attractive remuneration by collective agreement of the metal and electrical industry 30 days off Individual training and development opportunities within an international technology group JobRad, Germany Ticket and Hansefit Occupational retirement and comprehensive health management Long-term perspectives in a growing and future-oriented market Open and cooperative corporate culture with short decision-making and international cooperation Your workplace The position is a hands-on activity on site in our Application and Technology Center in Sarstedt. Mobile work is possible in exceptional cases if this is compatible with the test activities and schedules. In addition, travel to other test sites may be required to a limited extent. Depending on customer and process requirements, your flexibility for shift, weekend and standby services is required. Interest awakened? Bring your scientific expertise, your curiosity and your hands-on mentality to GEA and design the process technologies of tomorrow with us. We look forward to your application through our career portal. For reasons of easier readability, a gender-specific differentiation is dispensed with in the job description. However, the job description is specifically aimed at all people, regardless of gender and also at people without gender entry.

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