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Process Engineer - Early Development (f/m/d)

Planet A Foods

Planet A Foods

Munich, Germany
Posted on Jul 18, 2025
Do you want to make a delicious difference?
As a Process Engineer - Early Development you will evaluate the technical feasibility of innovative product ideas in the food tech sector, develop early-stage process concepts and generate lab-scale data to lay the foundation for scalable, industry-ready technologies. Furthermore you will adapt our products on needs from product application and production site.
A Taste of What to Expect
  • Design and conduct experiments to identify key process parameters and uncover improvement opportunities
  • Explore and evaluate new technologies, machinery, and methods to optimize our production line
  • Support early-stage product ideas with technical assessments and feasibility studies
  • Develop initial process concepts, including material and parameter studies, to set the stage for scale-up
  • Collaborate closely with our flavour and product development teams to ensure smooth transitions from lab to large-scale production
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production, quality, and cost to enhance overall performance
The Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience
  • A hands-on, self-driven mindset with a strong technical affinity for lab and processing equipment
  • Practical experience working in a lab or pilot-scale environment, ideally in food processing or product development
  • Completed vocational training or a degree in food technology, process engineering, chemistry, biotechnology, or a related scientific or engineering discipline
  • A precise, organized, and curious approach, paired with a sharp eye for detail and continuous improvement
  • A systematic problem-solving mindset, with experience in root cause analysis and issue resolution
  • With a proactive attitude, you thrive working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
A Sweet Package
  • Healthy, Delicious Meals: Fresh, subsidised daily lunches, along with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you energised
  • Generous Vacation Time: 30 days of paid holiday each year to recharge and pursue your personal passions
  • Work-Life Flexibility: Flexible working hours, and a flat-hierarchy environment where collaboration and open communication thrive
  • Supporting Healthy Lifestyle: Discount to Urban Sports Club so you can stay active and fit
  • Team-Building Events: Strengthen connections and foster a positive team dynamic
  • Sensory Experiences: Evaluate and contribute to the flavour, colour, and aroma of both current and future recipes
  • Chocolate, Every. Single. Day: Because who wouldn't want to indulge in delicious chocolate every single day?
About us
We produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste, quality, and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.

We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we empower our team to take bold action and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose, where together ideas flourish, opportunit
ies expand and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward to protecting the planet we love.



As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.