Chemical Scale Up Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in sustainable materials is seeking a Chemical Engineer / Scale-Up Engineer to join their R&D team in North Cambridgeshire. This full-time role focuses on taking processes from lab-scale to full-scale manufacturing, requiring a degree in relevant fields and practical engineering experience. You'll work on cutting-edge regenerative textile solutions, directly impacting sustainability. The company offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Team wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Up to three years of experience in process engineering or scale-up roles.
• Experience in manufacturing and project management.
• Understanding of sustainable manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the scale-up of novel processes and products.
• Optimize process parameters and manage projects.
• Collaborate with teams for technology transfer.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data-driven approach

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Process Engineering

Job description

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Chemical Engineer / Scale-Up Engineer – Process & Product Development
North Cambridgeshire (Fully Onsite)
Full-Time | Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 + 10% Bonus + Benefits
Are you passionate about sustainability and innovation in materials science? Do you thrive on taking ideas from lab-scale experiments to real-world manufacturing? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity to advance your career and make a tangible impact.
A leading innovator in sustainable materials is looking for a Chemical Engineer / Scale-Up Engineer to join their forward-thinking R&D team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in chemical or process engineering who is excited to work on the cutting edge of regenerative, low-carbon textile solutions. As a key member of the R&D team, you’ll be responsible for scaling up new processes and products from the laboratory through pilot trials and into full-scale manufacturing. Your work will directly contribute to the development of next-generation sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact and reshape the future of textiles.
In this role, you will lead the scale-up of novel processes and products, working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth transition from concept to commercialisation. You will optimise process parameters, manage projects, troubleshoot operational challenges, and collaborate with suppliers and academic institutions to co-develop scalable and sustainable manufacturing solutions. A critical part of your job will be working closely with production teams to ensure efficient technology transfer and successful integration into manufacturing environments.
We’re looking for someone with a degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Process Engineering, ideally with a focus on process development or scale-up. You’ll have up to three years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing, or scale-up roles, and bring a practical, data-driven approach to problem-solving. Your ability to interpret technical results, refine processes, and work collaboratively in a research and development setting will be essential.
This is a full-time, onsite role based in North Cambridgeshire, offering a competitive salary of £30,000 to £40,000, plus a 10% annual bonus. You’ll also receive 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), along with a comprehensive benefits package. Additional perks include professional development opportunities, team wellbeing initiatives, and the chance to be part of a mission-driven company shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing.
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