Technology & Engineering Director (Chemical Industry)

Please note that this position is based in Thailand, Greater Bangkok Area. We welcome applications from candidates worldwide and are happy to provide a relocation package if required.

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid, lactic acid derivatives and plant-based omega 3’s, with manufacturing sites all over the world, including The Netherlands, United States, Spain, Brazil, Mexico and Thailand.

Rayong in the greater Bangkok area, Thailand, harbors Corbion’s largest Lactic Acid manufacturing and downstream processing site, with two innovative and modern plants:

• The largest lactic acid manufacturing unit in the world, which became operational in 2007.
• A new circular lactic acid plant which became operational in 2024. This cutting-edge facility is the first of its kind, producing lactic acid with the lowest carbon footprint in the industry. By recycling processing chemicals, we eliminate lime usage and gypsum by-products, offering an innovative, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly solution.

As our Technology and Engineering Director, you will be responsible for leading the technology and engineering strategy, activities and teams, and you are the cornerstone of our mission to innovate and lead in sustainability, spearheading technological support, CAPEX projects, and innovation initiatives at this world-class facility.

Your Mission

As Technology and Engineering Director, you will:

• Champion the start-up of our new Eagle plant and guide it to full design capacity.
• Enhance existing production processes with a focus on efficiency, cost, and reliability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
• Provide leadership and drive results in capital expenditures and innovative projects.

You are based at our Rayong site in the greater Bangkok area, Thailand, and report to the VP of Operations/Site Leader for Corbion Thailand.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support Innovation & Operations: With your teams, you lead the start-up of our Eagle plant and ensure optimal production capacity. Troubleshoot deviations, and recommend process improvements.
• Drive Capital Projects: Oversee CAPEX maintenance programs and expansion projects, ensuring flawless planning, execution, and financial control.
• Lead the Technology and Engineering Teams: Manage multidisciplinary project teams, mentor staff, and foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Be a Site Leader: Provide proactive guidance as a member of the Corbion Rayong Management Team, aligning Engineering & Technology with Corbion’s vision.
• Champion Safety & Standards: Ensure designs and project executions comply with safety regulations and Corbion’s rigorous standards.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for an adaptable leader who thrives in complex, high-impact environments. Here’s what we’re seeking:

• A technical degree with a background in chemical or process technology / chemical engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of project management experience, ideally in c-GMP/food-grade manufacturing.
• A proven track record in leading diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills, organizational expertise, and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities.
• A commitment to fostering a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.
• An international mindset and the ability to bridge cultures
• You are based in, or willing to relocate to Rayong in the greater Bangkok area in Thailand. An attractive relocation package will be provided if needed.

Why Corbion?

At Corbion, we are more than just a company—we are a global community of innovators dedicated to creating sustainable solutions. Here’s what we offer:

• Impactful Work: Lead groundbreaking projects in a state-of-the-art facility.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to learn, grow, and lead within a global organization.
• Inclusive Culture: A supportive environment where diverse perspectives are valued.
• Sustainability Focus: Be part of a team shaping a cleaner, greener future.

Ready to shape the future of sustainable manufacturing?

Apply today and become part of a team that is transforming the world, one innovation at a time.

About Corbion

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2023, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,443.8 million and had a workforce of 2,727 FTE. For more information: www.corbion.com

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