Process Design Engineer

Sycamore Process Engineering Ltd; Yeovil, Sparkford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Process Design Engineer to ensure customer needs are met through innovative process designs. In this role, you will collaborate with sales and engineering teams to develop detailed process flow diagrams and specifications for food and beverage manufacturing. Your expertise in AutoCAD and understanding of material properties will be essential as you tackle engineering challenges and mentor junior team members. This position offers the chance to work on sustainable projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards, making a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you are a proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in chemical engineering or related field required.
• Proficient in 2D AutoCAD and understanding of processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Generate process flow diagrams and P&IDs using AutoCAD.
• Conduct design risk assessments and assist with HAZOP/HACCP reviews.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Chemical Engineering Qualification (HND/HNC minimum)

Mechanical Engineering or Systems Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Plant 3D

Job description

Reports to

Design Engineering Manager

Role Purpose

Ensure our customers’ needs are met through a detailed understanding of their requirements and develop industry leading process designs to suit. You will have knowledge of the processes involved in manufacturing various food/drink products and be able to confidently talk with customers about their requirements.

You will assist the sales team through the generation of process flow diagrams and P&IDs. You will also assist with design developments and changes on live projects, whilst working alongside the mechanical design and project delivery teams.

Designs will be completed with sustainability and energy efficiency at the forefront of your mind, whilst ensuring compliance with the latest industry codes of practice.

Accountabilities

• Generate process flow diagrams and P&IDs using AutoCAD/Autodesk software.
• Create specifications for key components such as valves, pumps and heat exchangers in the form of a component schedule.
• Generate process descriptions detailing how the process equipment is designed to function. This will be used to form the proposal presented to the customer and used in the software package development.
• Develop user requirement specification (URS) with technical sales team and customers.
• Review and approve functional design specification (FDS) provided from automation engineers to ensure correct functionality of the process.
• Conduct design risk assessments and assist customers in completing HAZOP/HACCP reviews of process designs.
• Work in collaboration with the mechanical design team to ensure process specific requirements are captured within the design development of equipment.
• Interpret customer design requirements, tackle engineering problems arising from designs ensuring solutions are implemented.
• Have the ability to advise on engineering compliance and relevant legislation and directives.
• Assist technically with quotation content.
• Lead design reviews and discussions with customers.
• Liaise with members of staff, customers and suppliers as required.
• Mentor and assist in the development of junior members of the design team.
• Develop and further extend proficient computer and application skills to include technical knowledge of computed assisted design (CAD) software.
• Support commissioning activities ensuring technical expertise is available, and on-site if most appropriate, during the commissioning phases of projects.
• Ensure that all testing and subsequent data from tests on designs are suitable for the application and correctly recorded.
• Assist when required with marketing drives and the creation of technical marketing material.

Person Specification

Overview of required qualifications, knowledge, experience, skills and attributes.

Essential:

• Formal qualification in chemical engineering, HND/HNC minimum; other engineering disciplines, e.g. mechanical engineering, systems engineering would be considered
• Proficient in the use of 2D AutoCAD package such as AutoCAD Mechanical
• Experience with, and understanding of, processing equipment; experience specific to the dairy, food and/or beverage industries would be beneficial
• Willing to travel and attend customer sites to suit business needs
• A good knowledge of material properties
• Innovative problem solving skills, creativity, proficiency, and an ability to work in a team
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Good planning, administrative and organisational skills
• Ability to manage several tasks and people concurrently and meet deadlines
• Be hard working and conscientious
• Ability to work calmly under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good ICT skills, including use of MS package
• Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation
• Hold a valid driving licence

Desirable:

• Autodesk Plant 3D software experience
• Previous experience of working within food, drink and allied sectors
• Willingness to continue personal development