Chemical Manufacturing Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in chemical detection is seeking a Chemical Manufacturing Engineer in Hemel Hempstead. This role combines lab work with engineering to enhance detection technologies. Ideal candidates will have a strong scientific background and excellent problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Collaborate with world-class engineers

Dynamic and supportive environment

Involvement in full product lifecycle

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific discipline is essential.
• Strong experimental and data analysis skills required.
• Knowledge of Ion Mobility Spectrometry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve detection product performance.
• Investigate and solve complex product and process issues.
• Support transition of new products from R&D to manufacturing.

Skills

Experimental Design

Data Analysis

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Chemistry

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

Ion Mobility Spectrometry

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Chemical Manufacturing Engineer, hemel hempstead

col-narrow-left

Client:

Smiths Detection

Location:

hemel hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Views:

5

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

Are you a Chemist or Scientist looking to apply your expertise in a hands-on, real-world setting? Join us at Smiths Detection and help shape the next generation of chemical, explosives, and narcotics detection products.

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.

We’re looking for a Chemistry Specialist Manufacturing Engineer to bring scientific rigour to our manufacturing team in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. This is a unique opportunity to blend experimental science with engineering supporting high performance detection technologies that keep people and critical infrastructure safe.

Due to the sensitive nature of the work involved, we can only consider those applicants that will be eligible for UK Security Clearance, we are also unable to sponsor.

What you’ll be doing:

As part of our Manufacturing Engineering team, you will:

• Use your chemistry expertise to monitor and improve how our detection products perform on the production line.
• Investigate and solve complex product and process issues using experimental design and data analysis.
• Support the transition of new, cutting-edge detection products from R&D into full-scale manufacturing.
• Plan and run experiments, analyse results, and clearly communicate your findings to engineers, scientists, and manufacturing teams.
• Provide hands-on scientific input to troubleshoot problems, enhance performance, and guide decision-making across product lifecycles.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining practical lab-based work with production floor insight – and is excited by applying chemistry in a mission-driven engineering environment.

What you’ll bring:

• A Degree in a scientific discipline is essential – Chemistry, Analytical Science, or related fields. PhD is highly desirable, especially in a chemistry-related area.
• Strong experimental and data analysis skills – with the ability to design, conduct, and interpret lab-based investigations.
• Knowledge of Ion Mobility Spectrometry and Ion Chemistry is a big plus.
• Excellent communication skills – confident presenting findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A curious, self-starting mindset with strong organisation and problem-solving abilities.

What’s in it for you?

• Work on life-saving technologies that detect explosives, narcotics, and harmful chemicals.
• Collaborate with world-class engineers and scientists across disciplines.
• Get involved in the full product lifecycle – from lab testing to real-world trials and manufacturing scale-up.
• Enjoy a dynamic, supportive environment where your scientific skills directly influence product quality and safety.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)