Graduate Process Engineer

NRL; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days holiday per year

Direct mentoring from a Senior Process

Valuable site experience

Job summary

NRL is seeking a Graduate Process Engineer to join the team at the Grangemouth site. The role offers hands-on experience in a major petrochemical facility, working closely with a Senior Process Engineer on project close-out and process optimisation within a safety-focused environment.

The placement is 2–3 months, full-time, on-site, providing exposure to terminal operations, control systems and daily process management.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified specifically in Process Engineering.
• Recently graduated, with a keen interest in gaining practical industrial experience.
• Willingness to work full-time on site in Grangemouth.

Responsibilities

• Support project close-out activities with Senior Process Engineer.
• Review technical documentation, process data and project files.
• Participate in plant performance reviews and identify improvements.
• Liaise with site operations and maintenance teams for smooth project completion.
• Apply safety procedures and technical standards in all activities.
• Gain hands-on exposure to terminal operations, control systems and process management.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical abilities

Education

Degree in Process Engineering

Job description

Graduate Process Engineer – Grangemouth This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified / Graduate Process Engineering to gain valuable hands-on experience within the petrochemical sector. Based on-site at a major import and export terminal in Grangemouth, you will work directly with a Senior Process Engineer, supporting project close-out and learning within a highly experienced team. The placement is expected to last 2–3 months, offering an ideal starting point to apply your academic knowledge in a live operational setting. Salary Negotiable Location and Working Pattern Fully site-based in Grangemouth. Full-time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week). Client Overview Our client operates a key import and export terminal serving the petrochemical industry. The facility plays a vital role in the storage, handling and movement of petrochemical products, maintaining high standards of safety, environmental responsibility and operational reliability. Responsibilities * Work alongside the Senior Process Engineer to support project close-out activities.* Assist with reviewing technical documentation, process data and project files.* Participate in plant performance reviews and identify potential improvement opportunities.* Liaise with site operations and maintenance teams to ensure smooth project completion.* Apply safety procedures and technical standards in all activities.* Gain hands-on exposure to terminal operations, control systems and process management.Must-have Requirements * Degree qualified specifically in Process Engineering.* Recently graduated, with a keen interest in gaining practical industrial experience.* Willingness to work full-time on site in Grangemouth.* Strong communication, teamwork and analytical abilities.Nice-to-have Skills * Awareness of process safety principles and environmental standards.* Interest in petrochemical or energy production operations.* Experience from an academic project, dissertation or placement related to process design or optimisation.Benefits * 34 days holiday per year (pro rata for 2–3 month duration)* Direct mentoring from a Senior Process Engineer* Valuable site experience within a major petrochemical facility