Process Engineer

Framatome

Cranfield

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8% employer pension contribution

Private health care

Life assurance (4x salary)

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Professional Body Membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Framatome is looking for a Junior Process Engineer in Cranfield, UK, to work on diverse projects related to fluid flow systems. The role involves developing technical skills through practical projects and training, ensuring high-quality outputs for engineering research, design, and consultancy.

Key responsibilities include performing laboratory tests, conducting analyses, and presenting results. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's or PhD in Process Engineering and demonstrate strong analytical skills. A range of benefits and a supportive environment are provided.

Qualifications

A Master's or PhD in Process engineering or related discipline.
Experience working in industry or in a relevant post-graduate position.
Strong analytical ability with experience in statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

Develop experimental test programmes and specify objectives.
Perform experimental test work and analyse results.
Present results and documentation to clients.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of single and multiphase fluid mechanics

Experience in statistical analysis and interpretation of data

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Self motivated and well organised

Education

Masters or PhD in Process engineering

Tools

Data acquisition systems

CFD

Job description

Job Opening Title

Process Engineer

Job type

Non fixed term

About the role

We are looking to recruit a Junior Process Engineer to work on a variety of projects relating to fluid flow systems, with a focus on mixing processes in both the nuclear and non-nuclear process sectors. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop his technical skills by working on a range of projects and through internal and external training.

As part of the Process Engineering team in Framatome Ltd, your mission is to deliver high quality engineering output and contribute to the successful delivery of engineering research, design and consultancy projects for both internal and external clients in a safe and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with peers, including those involved in mechanical and process design, simulations, and the manufacture, set‑up and operation of test rigs.
Development of experimental test programmes and specification of key objectives.
Performing experimental test work in the laboratory, and analysing and interpreting the results.
Specify materials and equipment required for testing.
Presenting results/analysis to both peers and external clients.
Performing calculations relating to the design and operation of fluid systems.
Producing documentation, including detailed technical reports.
Carrying out team activities while adhering to project budgets and deadlines.
Contributing to technical project proposals and costings.
Contribute to the development of company quality and health and safety processes.

Key Outputs

Quality experimental data and associated analysis.
Presentation of engineering deliverables to internal and external clients.
Technical reports.
Predictions of process performance and recommendations for potential improvements.

Profile and Qualifications

You will be a passionate engineer committed to excellence in both safety and quality, and eager to be part of a growing team. We are seeking the following skills:

A Masters or PhD in Process engineering or a related discipline. Experience working in industry or in a relevant post‑graduate position is highly desirable.
Advanced knowledge of single and multiphase fluid mechanics, including mixing processes, and ideally with a strong understanding of fluid rheology.
Knowledge or experience of lab testing, data acquisition systems, programming, image or video analysis, and CFD are desirable but not essential.
Strong analytical ability, with experience in statistical analysis and interpretation of data.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self motivated, well organised, and able to work at pace to deliver on time.
Driven to work safely and strive towards continual improvement in this area for themselves and across the business.

Benefits

25 days annual leave per year, rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (maximum 30 days) + Bank Holidays.
8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice).
Individual and family private health care.
Cashplan – Level 2 cover.
Life assurance (4x salary).
Employee assistance programme (EAP).
Professional Body Membership.
Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice).
Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice).
Babbel – learn a new language.
Generous family leave – Maternity and paternity 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay.