The Role
Join the Chemistry & Process Engineering team to design, optimize, validate, and commission microencapsulation process equipment. Lead validation, develop SOPs, troubleshoot production issues, collaborate cross-functionally, and scale continuous manufacturing while ensuring regulatory compliance and high product quality.
Summary Generated by Built In
Microcaps is an ETH Zurich spin-off founded in March 2019. Our unique technology allows us to produce highly precise and innovative microcapsules that empower materials to unlock new capabilities; all tailored to various markets from cosmetics to nutraceutical and pharma.
Our first commercial focus is a genuine breakthrough for the perfume industry: alcohol‑free fine fragrances. We already have our first products on the market with reputable brand partners and are now preparing global launches to establish Microcaps as the reference for next‑generation fragrance bases.
With our dedicated perfume factory being finalized in 2025, our mission for 2026 is clear: make alcohol‑free fine fragrance available worldwide.
To strengthen our team in Worben (BE) to optimize our COGS through Industrial process simplification and automation we are looking for a:
Process Engineer (80%-100%)
We are looking for a Process Engineer to join our Chemistry & Process Engineering team. We develop, manufacture, and run production equipment for the cosmetic, food and pharma industries to provide high quality products for our customers and consumers. Our team is currently working on optimizing our production plant in the Fine Fragrance sector. Our product has already reached worldwide market and it is reshaping this industry.
As a Process Engineer in our production plant at Worben (Bern), you will play a crucial role in developing and optimizing our encapsulation process systems and help us rapidly scale beyond the current capacity to fulfil customer demand. With your innovative spirit and industrial experience, you will bring new ideas and approaches to the chemical process of our production equipment. Your professional experience with clean process plants makes you a key player in improving and upgrading our continuous running process whilst maintaining the highest quality product output.
Tasks
* Be part of a multi-disciplinary team that designs, develops, assembles, tests and commissions novel process equipment for microencapsulation processes.
* Lead or support process validation activities, including protocol development, execution, and documentation, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
* Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.
* Collaborate with cross functional teams including both internal and external experts to achieve project objectives.
* Perform testing, validation and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues and challenges.
* Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve design processes and outcomes.
Requirements
* Strong technical background with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering/Process Engineering or related field or higher. Apprentice background also welcome
* 2+ years background in process engineering (apprentices highly encouraged), preferably in the food, cosmetics, or pharmaceutical manufacturing
* Strong technical expertise in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting, with knowledge of relevant engineering principles and methodologies
* Proficiency in process modeling and simulation software (e.g. MATLAB, or similar tools)
* Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality standards applicable to manufacturing processes (e.g., FDA, ISO)
* Project Management experience
* Team player and excited to work in a rapidly growing process technology company
* Work permit in Switzerland
* You are intrinsically motivated to design technical solutions for challenging chemical process problems and have a track record of doing so
* Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
* Fluent English; German is an asset
Benefits
What we are offering:
* Performance management incl. bonus system
* 5 weeks of vacation.
* Working with a highly skilled and passionate team.
* The opportunity to participate in building a business that is entirely new. With novel products and unique technology. We are opening new markets working with world-class companies as customers.
* You will help solidify and improve our processes.
Application: Please apply using the form on our Webpage’s Career Site Microcaps(at)ch -- career
Our first commercial focus is a genuine breakthrough for the perfume industry: alcohol‑free fine fragrances. We already have our first products on the market with reputable brand partners and are now preparing global launches to establish Microcaps as the reference for next‑generation fragrance bases.
With our dedicated perfume factory being finalized in 2025, our mission for 2026 is clear: make alcohol‑free fine fragrance available worldwide.
To strengthen our team in Worben (BE) to optimize our COGS through Industrial process simplification and automation we are looking for a:
Process Engineer (80%-100%)
We are looking for a Process Engineer to join our Chemistry & Process Engineering team. We develop, manufacture, and run production equipment for the cosmetic, food and pharma industries to provide high quality products for our customers and consumers. Our team is currently working on optimizing our production plant in the Fine Fragrance sector. Our product has already reached worldwide market and it is reshaping this industry.
As a Process Engineer in our production plant at Worben (Bern), you will play a crucial role in developing and optimizing our encapsulation process systems and help us rapidly scale beyond the current capacity to fulfil customer demand. With your innovative spirit and industrial experience, you will bring new ideas and approaches to the chemical process of our production equipment. Your professional experience with clean process plants makes you a key player in improving and upgrading our continuous running process whilst maintaining the highest quality product output.
Tasks
* Be part of a multi-disciplinary team that designs, develops, assembles, tests and commissions novel process equipment for microencapsulation processes.
* Lead or support process validation activities, including protocol development, execution, and documentation, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
* Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.
* Collaborate with cross functional teams including both internal and external experts to achieve project objectives.
* Perform testing, validation and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues and challenges.
* Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve design processes and outcomes.
Requirements
* Strong technical background with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering/Process Engineering or related field or higher. Apprentice background also welcome
* 2+ years background in process engineering (apprentices highly encouraged), preferably in the food, cosmetics, or pharmaceutical manufacturing
* Strong technical expertise in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting, with knowledge of relevant engineering principles and methodologies
* Proficiency in process modeling and simulation software (e.g. MATLAB, or similar tools)
* Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality standards applicable to manufacturing processes (e.g., FDA, ISO)
* Project Management experience
* Team player and excited to work in a rapidly growing process technology company
* Work permit in Switzerland
* You are intrinsically motivated to design technical solutions for challenging chemical process problems and have a track record of doing so
* Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
* Fluent English; German is an asset
Benefits
What we are offering:
* Performance management incl. bonus system
* 5 weeks of vacation.
* Working with a highly skilled and passionate team.
* The opportunity to participate in building a business that is entirely new. With novel products and unique technology. We are opening new markets working with world-class companies as customers.
* You will help solidify and improve our processes.
Application: Please apply using the form on our Webpage’s Career Site Microcaps(at)ch -- career
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related field (apprentice background welcome)
- 2+ years background in process engineering (food, cosmetics, or pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred)
- Strong expertise in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting
- Proficiency in process modeling and simulation software (e.g., MATLAB)
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality standards (e.g., FDA, ISO)
- Project management experience
- Team player with ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Work permit in Switzerland
- Intrinsic motivation and track record designing technical solutions for chemical process problems
- Fluent English (German is an asset)
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The Company
What We Do
Microcaps AG is a Swiss company specializing in advanced microencapsulation technology using microfluidics to produce precise microcapsules and microparticles. The company develops innovative solutions such as alginate-based 'Perfume Pearls' for ethanol-free, water-based fine fragrances. Beyond cosmetics, its technology is designed to protect and deliver pharmaceutical agents in drugs and nutritional ingredients in food, offering industrial precision and controlled release properties.
