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Chemical Process Engineer

Posted: 17/10/24
Recruiter:DATS Recruitment Ltd
Reference:2838140014
Type:Permanent
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£50,000 - £70,000 Annual Pension flexitime , Hybrid
Location:Cheshire
Description:

Process Engineer / Chemical Engineer (Hybrid, Near Ellesmere Port)

We are thrilled to present a fantastic opportunity for a Process Engineer / Chemical Engineer to join our client, with an office based near Ellesmere Port. This role offers the chance to play a pivotal role in driving the transition towards a carbon-neutral future.

The Opportunity:

  • Hybrid working model: 2 days from home, with flexible working hours.
  • This position will involve delivering process design and analysis for various projects, ensuring they meet the customer s functional requirements while adhering to high standards and timelines.
  • As the role is within a sensitive area of the nuclear industry, the successful candidate will need, or be eligible to obtain, SC-level security clearance, which typically takes 6-8 weeks for UK passport holders.
  • Occasional travel to European suppliers and other client sites is required.

About You: Our client is particularly keen to hear from candidates with a minimum of three years post-graduate experience who are eager to develop their careers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all activities meet the highest health, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Produce high-quality technical reports and specifications.
  • Provide innovative technical solutions, including design substantiation, calculations, and underpinning data.
  • Present and promote design solutions to both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Analyse plant process and test data, developing validated performance models for equipment and systems.
  • Maintain specialist knowledge and review technical specifications related to process design.
  • Offer technical support during design reviews, ISA/HAZOP meetings.
  • Contribute to project proposals with schedules and cost forecasts.
  • Manage project deliverables and provide clear status updates to stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • A degree in Chemical Engineering (2:1 or above) or equivalent.
  • Experience in design and simulation within a large-scale process industry (e.g., chemical, oil/gas, or nuclear).
  • Proficiency in process modelling and simulation tools, including Matlab and Simulink.
  • Demonstrated experience in Process or Chemical Engineering design.

Benefits:

  • Competitive industry salary with attractive benefits.
  • Company performance bonus (approximately £3,000 per annum).
  • 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after six years of service, plus all statutory bank holidays.
  • Flexible working, including up to 2 days per week from home (subject to security requirements).
  • One additional day off every four weeks.
  • Generous flexi-time arrangement, with an additional flexi day off per month, subject to accumulated working hours.
  • Company sick pay.
  • Defined contribution pension scheme.

This role represents a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects while enjoying a balanced work-life structure with excellent benefits. If you are looking to make a significant impact and advance your career, we would love to hear from you.

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