Technician for Pilot Plant (Plumming, Electrical, Mechanical – PME)

Esencia Foods makes vegan meat and fish from mycelium solid state fermentation. We are pioneering this approach.

Our mission is to foster the world’s transition to a sustainable seafood system- without asking consumers to compromise on taste, texture, or price.

Our planet cannot sustain our current food system; therefore, we believe in producing exceptional alternative products to remove the current strain on our environment and ensure food security for our future ever-growing population.

We are looking for a Technician for Pilot Plant (Plumming, Electrical, Mechanical) to build up our pilot plant.

This is your opportunity to have an impact on our planet and experience a startup in its early days.

We are looking for a hands-on person with experience.

Tasks

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot process, mechanical, and electrical systems used in the production of alternative proteins.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
• Assist in the installation, calibration, and optimization of new equipment and technologies.
• Collaborate with the R&D and engineering teams to support pilot-scale trials and process improvements.
• Monitor and document equipment performance, safety compliance, and maintenance activities.
• Respond to operational challenges quickly, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.

Requirements

Must

• Technical diploma or degree in mechanical, electrical, or process engineering (or a related field).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, pilot plant, or industrial environment, preferably in the food, biotech, or chemical sectors.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including pumps, valves, motors, PLCs, and automation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to equipment maintenance.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability.
• Fluency in English & Spanish and/or Catalan

Preferred Skills

• Experience in commissioning and scaling up pilot or production facilities.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in food or biotech manufacturing (e.g., GMP, HACCP).

Benefits

• You will work across disciplines with biotech PhDs, customers, development partners and operations, ensuring fast learning on the job
• A high-impact, ambitious startup environment with the ability to learn and grow alongside the company
• The opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology and make a true impact on the environment and our food system
• A fun, flexible, and rewarding environment where you can have the ability to thrive as a person

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