Principal Furnace Design Engineer

Technip; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Greater London seeks a Furnace Technologist to manage R&D projects and provide technical support in furnace technology. The ideal candidate will have a Chemical Engineering degree and 5-15 years' experience in fired heater, boiler, or furnace design. Responsibilities include collaborating on design standards, producing detailed project documentation, and developing new furnace technologies. This role offers an opportunity to be at the forefront of advancing furnace technology.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years’ experience in fired heater, boiler or furnace design.

Responsibilities

• Manage R&D projects in the UK Operating Centre.
• Provide technical support to Sales.
• Develop and refine furnace technologies.
• Collaborate on design standards and methodologies.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Problem-solving

Strong work ethic

Interest in technology

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

Job Overview

Furnace Technologist reporting directly to the Head of Technology in the UK Operating Centre. The role involves managing R&D projects, providing technical support, and developing furnace technologies.

Responsibilities

• Managing the activities in the UK Operating Centre for Research & Development projects
• Providing technical support to Sales
• Identifying and developing potential new prospects for the company
• Providing technical input to the proposals group for maintaining experience lists, brochures and other proposal materials
• Preparing and maintaining UK Operating Centre procedures and other technology standard documents
• Collaborating with Technology groups in other offices to ensure consistency of design standards and methodology
• Sharing best working practices and experience with other offices
• Recommending input into the production of work orders and R&D projects for technical expertise development
• Preparing papers and making presentations for T.EN technologies supported by the UK office
• Producing furnace designs for grassroots furnace and revamp projects
• Producing studies and furnace guarantees as required by clients
• Performing and checking detailed calculations and issuing project documents
• Interfaceing with engineering disciplines and departments as required
• Interfaceing with suppliers for equipment design and supply as required
• Furthering the development of furnace technology
• Improving methods used to determine the process design of furnaces

Qualifications

• Chemical Engineering degree
• 5-15 years’ experience in fired heater, boiler or furnace design
• Supervisory skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to problem‑solve
• Interest in technology and design career