Company Overview
Techfirm Engineering is a 100% Swiss engineering company founded in 1998, boasting offices in Geneva, Fribourg, Basel, and Zurich. We bring together 600 engineers who work across diverse sectors, including life sciences, chemistry, energy, construction, transportation, and watchmaking.
At Techfirm, our people are our priority. We cultivate a healthy, motivating, and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We actively promote diversity and welcome all applications without distinction.
Techfirm Engineering: a different company, deeply human.
Job Title: Process Engineer – Biotech/Pharma/Chemistry (M/W/D)
About the Role
We are looking for a Process Engineer who is fluent in German. In this role, you will support equipment upgrades and modifications, ensuring smooth implementation, compliance with GMP, and optimal process performance. You will collaborate closely with R&D, Manufacturing, QA, and Validation teams. Your fluency in German will be essential for effective communication with local teams and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, and support equipment changes or upgrades in GMP-regulated environments.
- Participate in technology transfer and scale-up involving new or modified equipment.
- Perform risk assessments, impact analyses, and change controls for equipment modifications.
- Update and maintain process documentation (SOPs, batch records, qualification protocols).
- Monitor and analyze process performance before and after equipment changes.
- Troubleshoot process or equipment issues and propose corrective actions (CAPA).
- Support equipment qualification and process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Communicate effectively in German and English with internal teams, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
Your Profile
Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
Experience:
- 2–3 years of experience in chemical, biotech, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
- Practical experience with equipment changes, upgrades, or installations.
- Knowledge of upstream and/or downstream processes (fermentation, purification, chromatography, filtration).
- Understanding of GMP requirements and regulatory compliance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication in German (mandatory) and English.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Skills:
- Experience in equipment qualification and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Familiarity with PAT, QbD, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience in tech transfer or process optimization projects.
- Knowledge of process monitoring tools and statistical analysis software (e.g. JMP, Minitab).
Why Join Techfirm?
- A human-centered and inclusive company culture.
- Challenging projects within a highly regulated environment.
- A Swiss-based engineering excellence framework.
- Flexible working arrangements where possible.
- Strong commitment to innovation, collaboration, and personal development.
- Key role in equipment upgrades and process improvements in a growing biotech/pharma environment.
- Exposure to innovative technologies and cross-functional collaboration.
- Career development opportunities in a dynamic, international company.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
Apply online using the form below.
Please note: Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
For more information, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Please note that we can only consider Swiss or EU/EFTA nationals or applicants with a valid residence or work permit for Switzerland.