Process Engineer
2 weeks ago
About usThe Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We’re building a new class of functional plant proteins — transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We’re a fast-moving team of six and are backed by leading US investors. We combine protein science, engineering, and food innovation to turn sustainable science into industrial reality.The Role:We’re looking for a Pilot Engineer to scale up our benchtop processes by operating and executing experiments on pilot scale equipment.You’ll be responsible for translating lab-scale extraction, separation, and drying processes into reliable, repeatable pilot-scale operations. You’ll own day-to-day running of our pilot line, process optimization, and data collection — working closely with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing partners to bridge R&D and commercialization.Key Responsibilities:- Operate and maintain pilot-scale equipment including centrifuges, filtration systems, reactors, dryers, and mixers- Use engineering design, data-driven optimization, and process innovation- Execute and document pilot runs following process parameters and safety standards- Support commissioning, calibration, and preventive maintenance of equipment- Draft and maintain SOPs, batch records, and scale-up reports- Scale up extraction, precipitation, and drying processes from lab to pilot level- Troubleshoot process deviations and perform root cause analysis- Collect and analyze process data (yields, purity, moisture, functional metrics) to drive optimization- Develop and analyze mass and energy balances; use statistical tools to correlate process conditions with product performance.- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and food-grade manufacturing standards.- Able to lift and handle 20–40 kg samples of raw materials and intermediate products safely.- Comfortable working in a hands-on lab environment, including handling powders, slurries, and wet processes.- Prepared to get physically involved in pilot operations, cleaning and sampling.Requirements:- M.Tech or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, Food Technology, or related field- 2+ years of experience in pilot plant, process engineering, or food/biotech manufacturing- Hands-on experience with key process equipment (centrifugation, filtration, evaporation, spray drying, etc.)- Strong analytical mindset with comfort handling process data, mass balances, and troubleshooting- Familiarity with GLP/GMP or HACCP standards is a plusWhat We Offer:- A front-row seat in building the next generation of sustainable ingredients- A tight-knit, mission-driven team that values speed, transparency, and creativity- Opportunities for fast growth, ownership, and global impact
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Sales Engineer
3 days ago
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Sawant Process Solutions Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 15,00,000 per yearSales Engineer (Mumbai)Job descriptionCompany DescriptionSawant Process Solutions (SPS) is a leading process equipment solutions provider in India, offering state-of-the-art products and services across various industries. With German and Swiss principles, SPS delivers top-notch process equipment, complemented by unparalleled service in installation,...
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Technical Sales and Application Engineer
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Process Engineer
2 weeks ago
mumbai, India The Bland Company Full timeAbout us The Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We’re building a new class of functional plant proteins — transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We’re a...
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Process Engineer
2 weeks ago
Mumbai, India The Bland Company Full timeAbout us The Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We’re building a new class of functional plant proteins — transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We’re a...
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Process Engineer
2 weeks ago
Mumbai, India The Bland Company Full timeAbout us The Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We’re building a new class of functional plant proteins — transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We’re a...
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Process Engineer
2 weeks ago
Mumbai, India The Bland Company Full timeAbout us The Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We’re building a new class of functional plant proteins — transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We’re a...
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Process Engineer
2 weeks ago
Mumbai, India The Bland Company Full timeAbout us The Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We’re building a new class of functional plant proteins — transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We’re a...
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Process Engineer
4 days ago
mumbai, India Bland Company Full timeAbout us The Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We’re building a new class of functional plant proteins — transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We’re a...
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Process Engineer
1 week ago
Mumbai, India The Bland Company Full timeAbout usThe Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We’re building a new class of functional plant proteins — transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We’re a...
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Process Engineer
6 days ago
Mumbai, India Bland Company Full timeAbout us The Bland Company is a foodtech and biotech startup on a mission to make sustainable eating easy, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We're building a new class of functional plant proteins - transforming agricultural byproducts into high-performance food ingredients that are flavor-neutral, highly functional, and scalable. We're a fast-moving...
