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Natick, MA
Public Trust Polygraph Unspecified
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Job Description
OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a Combat Feeding Engineer, where you will be tasked with providing engineering support to the Combat Feeding Division in the areas of biotechnology and fermentation processes, including biochemical, catalysis, electrochemical processes relating to biosynthetic production of foodstuffs.
GENERAL DUTIES:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
CLEARANCE:
We are seeking a Combat Feeding Engineer, where you will be tasked with providing engineering support to the Combat Feeding Division in the areas of biotechnology and fermentation processes, including biochemical, catalysis, electrochemical processes relating to biosynthetic production of foodstuffs.
GENERAL DUTIES:
- Ability to assess the assembly, integration and operation of bioreactors, microbial fermenters, micronutrient biosynthesis, pyro-/electrolytic and catalysis equipment
- Independently review biotechnology research and development reports and associated data
- Provide technical feedback on review of technical documents relating to bioreactors, bioprocess engineering design, review of microbial growth data, nutrient and biomass production
- Familiarity with biosynthetic process control equipment, food extrusion process and 3D food printing technology
- Assist government researchers and engineers with technical reviews, including review of test data and drawings, participating in and contributing to project and programmatic reviews
- Assist with preparing and reviewing safety procedures and reports, focusing on food safety, post-processing, and compliance with FDA standards
- Conduct technical testing, collection and analysis of technical data and ability to assimilate the data into technical report
- Assist with technical demonstrations, operational assessments, safety and reliability reviews, testing and evaluation of food products, post-processing technologies, and prototype ration components
- Independently conduct market investigations to acquire needed equipment or components to support post-processing methods
- Research and evaluate emerging/developmental biomanufacturing processes and food processing technologies that can be applied to or advance the development of bioprocess equipment to improve efficiency, output, or simplify the overall process
- Conduct technical testing and evaluation of post-processing performance, assess food prototypes, and assist with product development of products to support forward deployed nutrition efforts.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Have 2-5 years of experience in biochemical, electrochemical, or process engineering
- Have experience in microbial-origin food, biosynthetic fermentation, biotechnology, food processing and food stabilization techniques
- Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Have strong communication skills to work with stakeholders and team members effectively
- Be able to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Biochemical, Electrochemical, or Process Engineering or a related field.
CLEARANCE:
- U.S. Citizenship required
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