Propose and drive new technologies in spray drying, powder handling, digital and process simulation
Explore and validate breakthrough spray drying and powder transformation technologies
Build and document knowledge on emerging spray drying and powder handling trends
Develop CFD models and python/excel tools for rapid design and deployment
Drive heat recovery and heat integration designs, including heat pumps, for Zero Carbon targets
Lead spray drying and powder transformation R&D projects within budget and scope
Coordinate cross-functional teams to support the deployment of CAPEX projects in factories
Provide expert support to markets and factories on spray drying, powder handling
Support the spray drying network through knowledge sharing and best practices
Provide engineering expertise to ensure safe, efficient powder processing operations
Drive deployment and scale-up of advanced spray drying and powder transformation technologies.
Requirements
Engineer or equivalent university degree; PhD in relevant field is a plus
Extensive R&D and/or operating, factory or supplier experience, with significant exposure in different parts of the organization
Strong expertise in design, installation and commissioning of spray drying, fluid bed drying, agglomeration and other powder process units, with up‑to‑date knowledge of quality, safety, ATEX, hygiene requirements and Net Zero technologies