Process Design Engineer (m/f/d)

EP Power Minerals GmbH; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational energy minerals firm is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to design and optimize process solutions for major capital projects. This role involves collaborating with a global team and contributing to sustainable industrial projects. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of process design experience and expertise in Aspen Plus or HYSYS. This position offers a flexible working environment with competitive remuneration and travel opportunities across Europe.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for international collaboration

Competitive remuneration

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ process design experience in capital projects or industrial plants.
• Experience in bulk materials processing and handling.
• Familiar with HAZOP, risk analysis, and process safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances for feasibility studies.
• Conduct process simulations and preliminary sizing of key equipment.
• Prepare process design packages and documentation to support FID.

Skills

Process design experience

Proficient in Aspen Plus or HYSYS

Strong knowledge of thermodynamics

Problem-solving mindset

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Your mission

As part of our Global Project Development Team, you will design and optimize process solutions for major capital projects – from feasibility through to project handover. Based in Europe (with flexible work arrangements), you will work closely with colleagues across the U.S., Europe, and Asia to deliver robust, sustainable, and cost-effective process designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances for feasibility studies.
• Conduct process simulations and preliminary sizing of key equipment.
• Assess technology options based on performance, scalability, CAPEX/OPEX, and integration needs.
• Prepare process design packages and documentation to support FID.
• Collaborate with environmental, permitting, and engineering teams.
• Participate in HAZOP, risk assessments, and early safety reviews.
• Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide process input for equipment specifications and procurement.
• Support detailed design reviews and technical handover to project delivery.

Your profile

• Degree in Chemical/Process Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years’ process design experience in capital projects or industrial plants.
• Experience in bulk materials processing and handling including separation, grinding, drying, e.g. mineral processing plants design
• Proficient in Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or similar tools.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat/mass transfer.
• Experience with PFDs, P&IDs, and process datasheets.
• Familiar with HAZOP, risk analysis, and process safety principles.
• Problem-solving mindset, strong communication, and cross-functional teamwork skills.
• Chartered or working toward professional accreditation is a plus.

Why us?

• A flexible working environment with hybrid and remote options within Europe.
• An international team culture with opportunities to work across continents.
• Involvement in high-impact, sustainable industrial projects.
• Personal and professional growth through diverse project experiences.
• Competitive remuneration and travel opportunities (up to 75% domestic, periodic international).

Contact

To apply or request further information, please contact Bochen Przemyslaw, Project Manager, [e-mail] or Jodie Smith,Head of Capital Project Development & Finance - Europe, at [e-mail] orvisit Jobs atwww.eppowerminerals.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!