Process Engineer

Millbank; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbank Holdings Ltd is seeking a Process Engineer to join its cutting-edge team delivering advanced process solutions in the chemical sector. You will contribute to plant design, commissioning, and ongoing operation within a COMAH environment, engaging clients and leading technical delivery on complex projects.

You will develop detailed design packages, coordinate cross-discipline workstreams, and support both reviews and formal documentation.

Qualifications

• MEng or BEng in Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Experience in process plant design, commissioning or operations in an industrial environment.
• Strong technical capability with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Solid understanding of process safety principles, hazard identification and risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead or contribute to development of detailed process design packages (mass/energy balances, PFDs, P&IDs) ensuring accuracy and standards.
• Own engineering workstreams, coordinate across disciplines, manage timelines and deliverables.
• Act as key client contact, provide technical guidance and support project execution from concept to commissioning.
• Support technical reviews such as HAZOPs and feasibility studies to improve safety and operability.
• Produce and maintain high-quality process documentation for project development and plant performance.
• Assist with commissioning activities and troubleshooting to ensure safe delivery.
• Support proposals and deliver technical presentations to prospective clients.

Skills

Process design

Commissioning

HAZOP

Client liaison

Process safety

Education

MEng or BEng in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Are you a Process Engineer looking to work on cutting-edge technologies supporting the transition to net zero?
Do you have experience in process plant design, commissioning or operations within a Top Tier COMAH environment?
Are you confident engaging with clients and leading technical delivery across complex engineering projects?

The Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity has become available to join a leading engineering and technology business delivering advanced process solutions within the chemical manufacturing sector. You will play a key role in both project delivery and technical development, supporting innovative plant design and global projects.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Lead or contribute to the development of detailed process design packages, including mass and energy balances, PFDs and P&IDs, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with industry standards
• Take ownership of engineering workstreams within projects, coordinating activities across disciplines, managing timelines and ensuring deliverables are completed efficiently
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing technical guidance, resolving engineering issues and supporting successful project execution from concept through to commissioning
• Support and participate in technical reviews such as HAZOPs, design assessments and feasibility studies, offering expert insight to improve safety, performance and operability
• Produce, review and maintain high quality process documentation to support project development phases and ongoing plant performance
• Assist with commissioning activities and operational troubleshooting, ensuring systems are delivered safely and perform as intended
• Contribute to commercial activities by supporting proposals, engaging with prospective clients and delivering technical presentations to showcase capabilities

You will have the following qualifications & experience

• MEng or BEng in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrable experience in process plant design, commissioning or operations within a relevant industrial environment
• Strong technical engineering capability with a proactive and solutions focused approach
• Solid understanding of process safety principles, including hazard identification and risk management techniques
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly

It’s great if you also have the following

• Chartered Engineer status, or actively working towards professional accreditation
• Previous involvement in client facing roles or technical consultancy environments
• Experience supporting international projects or working across diverse teams

Get in touch now

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.