Do you have a drive for applied innovation and creating solutions that significantly improve the processing in factories? We are looking for a Process Developer with strong expertise in process modelling and a collaborative mindset. In this role, you will be part of a team of dedicated technologists that play a key part in shaping both new process designs and continuous improvements in our existing operations.

Wat we vragen

• MSc or PhD degree in chemical engineering, (bio) process engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in food, chemical, or pharmaceutical industries, ideally in a research or innovation setting.
• Proven skills in process modelling, simulation, and control strategies.
• Experience with modelling tools such as gPROMS, Aspen Plus, Python, or similar.
• Strong analytical skill with the ability to connect theory to practical applications in a factory setting.
• A proactive, collaborative team player with excellent communication skills, able to connect R&D and operations.

Wat we bieden

• A role where your work has real impact to better processes, products, and performance.
• A dynamic international environment with opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Technical and personal development through tailored training.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture that values knowledge sharing.
• Flexible hybrid working.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Vacaturetekst
As a Process Developer – Process Modelling, you will contribute to the design and optimization of dairy processing operations. You will work on unit operations such as heat treatment, membrane separation, spray drying, and chromatography.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing models for unit operations and process lines to support the design and implementation of new production processes.
• Analyzing, interpreting, and modelling experimental data, translating findings into actionable insights and clear documentation.
• Supporting the implementation of new processes at production sites in close collaboration with site technologists and process licensors.
• Maintaining and refining models to optimize factory operations and improve process performance.
• Collaborating with colleagues across engineering, operations, and R&D to translate process knowledge into robust models and practical improvements.
• Driving innovation by developing new process concepts, leveraging models to enhance efficiency, control, and sustainability.

Bij FrieslandCampina geloven we in een werkomgeving waar iedereen zich hun volledige en authentieke zelf kan voelen en in hun kracht wordt gezet om het beste uit zichzelf te halen. We omarmen elkaars verschillen en ontvangen graag je sollicitatie, ongeacht je geslacht, geloof, afkomst, seksuele voorkeur, leeftijd, beperking, of nationaliteit. Als wie wij zijn bij jou past, moedigen we je aan om te solliciteren, ook als je niet zeker weet of je aan alle eisen voldoet.
Ons team
For thousands of people every day, we are more than just a dairy company. To our farmers, our employees, the communities we serve, the businesses we work with and the people to whom we bring happiness, FrieslandCampina means something more. For them it’s not just about what we do, but who we are.
We value talented people from any background who want to contribute to something bigger than themselves. We encourage all of our employees to make decisions that benefit our entire company. At FrieslandCampina we own our own career and act accordingly. We trust you to make a difference in your job and influence the bigger picture. Working at FrieslandCampina means you are contributing to a better world.
In this position, you will be part of the R&D Science & Technology team within our Innovation Centre in Wageningen which includes around 50 technologists across five expertise areas. Aside from your direct co-workers you will collaborate with colleagues in Operations, Global Supply Chain Technology, and external partners.
Contact
Esther Schoonhoven
Esther.vanSchoonhoven@frieslandcampina.com

• Developing models for unit operations and process lines to support the design and implementation of new production processes.
• Analyzing, interpreting, and modelling experimental data, translating findings into actionable insights and clear documentation.
• Supporting the implementation of new processes at production sites in close collaboration with site technologists and process licensors.
• Maintaining and refining models to optimize factory operations and improve process performance.
• Collaborating with colleagues across engineering, operations, and R&D to translate process knowledge into robust models and practical improvements.
• Driving innovation by developing new process concepts, leveraging models to enhance efficiency, control, and sustainability