Junior Process Engineer

Bracco is an international Group active in the healthcare sector and a leader in diagnostic imaging. The Group's main products are contrast agents sold in over 100 countries, both directly and indirectly through branches, joint ventures and license and distribution agreements.The Junior Process Engineer will join the Process Technology & Validation team, part of the Global Engineering function, contributing to the development, industrialization and innovation of manufacturing processes for APIs and medicinal products.The team's mission is to translate process innovation into reliable, industrial-scale solutions-supporting new product introduction, capacity expansion, and sustainability improvement across Bracco's manufacturing network.This is a unique opportunity to enter a highly technical, CAPEX-intensive environment, working at the intersection of process engineering, validation, and industrial strategy, with real exposure to complex manufacturing systems early in your career.Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to process engineering activities within cross-functional project teams, supporting:continuous improvement, sustainability and reliability initiativesmajor investment projects aimed at capacity expansion, new technologies and new productsProvide process engineering input during project execution phases, including:HAZOP studies3D model and layout reviewstechnical evaluation of suppliers' bids.Develop and design new or improved process technologies and support their scale-up from lab to pilot and industrial scale, ensuring effective and structured technology transfer to Bracco or CDMO manufacturing sites, collaborating with Local/Global R&D as neededSupport the definition of process validation strategies, sterility assurance approaches, and quality risk assessments in collaboration with Quality Assurance.Participate in commissioning and qualification activities (FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ) for production facilities and automation systems.Support the start-up and ramp-up of new manufacturing lines and help resolve process-related operational issues across manufacturing sites.Required QualificationsMaster's degree in Chemical Engineering or Industrial Chemistry.Solid fundamentals in hydraulics, thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, and basic chemistry.Strong analytical mindset, organizational skills and teamwork-oriented.Fluency in Italian and English (both mandatory)Availability to travel to production sites and suppliers' workshops (up to ~40%)Previous work or internship experience is a plus, but not mandatory.Preferred Skills/Nice to HavesStrong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data analysis and process evaluationFamiliarity with process simulation tools (e.g. Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, SuperPro Designer)Familiarity with PFDs, P&IDs, heat & mass balancesFamiliarity with Good Manufacturing Practices and operating within a highly regulated environmentWhy Join BraccoExposure to real industrial complexity, in a front facing roleEarly involvement in strategic CAPEX projects and advanced manufacturing technologiesA learning-intensive environment with strong interaction across Engineering, R&D, QA, Operations, and external partnersThe opportunity to contribute to technologies that ultimately improve patients' lives worldwideIf you meet the requirements of this opportunity and would like to join an international group working to improve patients' lives, apply nowAt Bracco, we believe in the values of diversity and inclusion. We respect and celebrate the diversity of our people and their experiences, ensuring a fair opportunity for all.We are #Bracco #JoinUs