Pilot Plant Engineer ( 2-3 years experience)

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable materials seeks a Chemical Engineer to drive innovation in process and product scale-up. The role involves collaboration on sustainable manufacturing solutions and project management within an R&D team. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Chemical Engineering and relevant experience in manufacturing or process development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual reviews

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering with a focus on process engineering or scale-up.
• Maximum 3 years of experience in process development, scale-up, or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead process and product scale-up from R&D to full-scale manufacturing.
• Optimise manufacturing processes for sustainable leather textile production.
• Manage scale-up projects and troubleshoot production challenges.

Skills

Process optimisation

Data analysis

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

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31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Chemical Engineer - Process & Product Scale-Up | Gen Phoenix

At Gen Phoenix, we're driving innovation in sustainable materials, pioneering low-carbon, regenerative solutions for the future of textiles. Partnering with global brands like Dr. Martens and Coach, we divert tons of waste from landfills every year.

We're seeking a Chemical Engineer to join our dynamic R&D team, focusing on scaling innovative processes and products from lab to production trials

What You'll Do:

• Lead process and product scale-up from R&D through to full-scale manufacturing
• Optimise manufacturing processes for sustainable leather textile production
• Collaborate with suppliers and universities to develop scalable solutions
• Manage scale-up projects, troubleshoot production challenges, and implement process improvements
• Work closely with our production facilities to ensure seamless technology transfer

What We're Looking For:

• Chemical Engineering degree with a focus on process engineering or scale-up
• Maximum 3 years of experience in process development, scale-up, or manufacturing
• Skills: Process optimisation, data analysis, project management, and strong problem-solving abilities

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and annual reviews
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Ready to scale sustainable innovation? Apply now!