Process Engineer

Norit Americas, Inc.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in activated carbon solutions seeks a Process Engineer to enhance product delivery and lead continuous improvement projects. The role involves managing processes, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving operational excellence. Candidates should have a background in chemical engineering and experience in process optimization.

Benefits

Competitive salary and additional benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in chemical process engineering, preferably continuous processes.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including environmental and H&S standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of products and processes, lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage CAPITAL projects ensuring completion within scope and budget.

Skills

Chemical Process Engineering

Project Management

Communication

Education

Higher education in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Statistical Process Control

Quality Tools

Job description

Ready for your next opportunity? We're looking for a results-driven professional in the role of Process Engineer to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective product delivery while leading continuous improvement projects that enhance product, process, and plant performance. This role also supports the development and documentation of Activated Carbon processes, driving operational excellence and delivering real business value.

If you are experienced with chemical process engineering, we look forward to your application!

1. Develop extensive knowledge of products, processes, production, and evaluation methods.
2. Take ownership of Activated Carbon processes, including control plans, Failure Modes Effect Analysis, and Statistical Process Control.
3. Lead continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Technology Manager, ensuring follow-up and closure of actions.
4. Monitor key performance metrics to achieve OEE, fuel, and effluent targets.
5. Define and manage Off Quality issues.
6. Support the quality management system through audits and handling external customer complaints.
7. Participate in the Management of Change (MOC) process, ensuring effective communication of issues impacting product quality.
8. Manage CAPITAL projects, ensuring completion within scope and budget.
9. Present results and conclusions to technical and management teams, producing clear and timely reports.
10. Maintain operational awareness of HS&E and product safety regulations related to Activated Carbon manufacturing and marketing, ensuring compliance and safety on site.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Higher education in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
2. Proven experience in chemical process engineering, preferably continuous processes in the chemical industry.
3. Experience applying quality and statistical tools for performance improvement.
4. Knowledge of relevant legislation, including environmental, H&S, and ATEX standards.
5. Experience with mass and energy balances, process optimization, fault finding, hazard analysis, and root cause analysis.
6. Knowledge of solids and liquids handling, process control systems, and P&I diagrams.
7. Strong understanding of statistical methodologies and analytical tools.
8. Excellent project planning, management, and communication skills.
9. Ability to work effectively in a team and build strong relationships.

What We Offer

1. Competitive salary and additional benefits.
2. A supportive, dynamic, and down-to-earth work environment.
3. A flat organizational structure that values ownership and initiative.
4. Opportunities for professional development through on-the-job learning, training, and courses.

About NORIT

NORIT Activated Carbon is a global leader producing various qualities of activated carbon in powder and granular form. Our mission is to be the customer’s #1 choice for added value activated carbon solutions across energy, environmental, water, food, chemical, pharma, automotive, and other industrial markets. We provide a broad portfolio of materials, expertise, and services.

We operate manufacturing plants in the Netherlands, UK, Italy, and the US, along with a Global Business Service center in Riga.