Process Engineer

Luxfer MEL Technologies - UK; Swinton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Process Engineer in Swinton, Manchester. You will be involved in process development and improvements within the Zirconium Chemicals sector, working closely with operational teams. The role offers a balanced mix of office and fieldwork along with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Enhanced Pension scheme

Potential annual bonus

On-site parking

Paid Volunteer days

Telephone allowance

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science.
• Experience as a Process Engineer in the chemical industry or similar.

Responsibilities

• Specify and develop processes for continuous improvement.
• Support capital projects from concept to commissioning.
• Conduct safety and hazard studies for process improvements.

Skills

Chemical engineering calculations

Communication

Team collaboration

Technical report writing

Attention to detail

Education

Degree-level qualification in Chemical Engineering

At least 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English, and Science

Job description

Process Engineer
Location: Swinton, Greater Manchester
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | On-Site
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annumAbout Us
Luxfer is a forward-thinking, technology-driven business where our core values—Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development, and Teamwork—guide everything we do. We are passionate about developing and manufacturing high-quality products while maintaining long-term partnerships with our customers.
Join us in a dynamic, hands-on role within our engineering and operations team and build your career in the exciting chemical industry.Role Overview
We have an excellent opportunity for a Process Engineer to join our Engineering Department at our Swinton site, reporting to the Head of Engineering.
This role offers a varied mix of office-based and plant-based work, focusing on the Zirconium Chemicals business. You’ll play a key role in supporting daily operations, asset management, maintenance, and capital project execution, working closely with both operational teams and fellow engineers.Key Responsibilities: Process Engineer

• Specify, develop, and analyse processes and equipment to support and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
• Support both large and small capital expenditure projects from concept through to commissioning and optimisation.
• Participate in design reviews, management of change processes, hazard studies, and root cause analysis to ensure safety and identify areas for improvement.
• Update and review engineering documents, including piping and instrumentation diagrams, process flow diagrams, and equipment data sheets.
• Perform chemical engineering calculations as required, such as mass and energy balances and fluid flow analysis.
• Develop technical solutions and communicate proposals through clear, well-presented reports.
• Provide technical and troubleshooting support to the operations and maintenance teams.
• Contribute process engineering expertise to environmental initiatives across the site.
• Work collaboratively with the technical and sales teams to support new product development and the rapid scale-up of new products.

About You
Essential Qualifications & Experience: Process Engineer

• Degree-level qualification in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English, and Science.
• Experience as a Process Engineer within the chemical industry or similar.
• Proven experience in the optimisation and improvement of chemical processes.

Skills & Attributes: Process Engineer

• Strong knowledge of standard chemical engineering calculations ie. Heat transfer and equipment sizing.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in technical report writing and documentation.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of safety and quality.
• Ability to apply engineering knowledge to process and equipment issues as well as execute solutions

What We Offer: Process Engineer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 – £40,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work in a manufacturing business within a growing industry.
• Collaborative team environment focused on innovation and personal development.
• Enhanced Pension scheme, Potential annual bonus, on-site parking
• Paid Volunteer days
• Telephone allowance

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career?
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference at Luxfer, we would love to hear from you. Apply today! 1st stage Interviews to take place during week commencing 14th July 2025 - followed by the online assessment stage then 2nd stage 7/8th August if successful.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. If you wish to request that your application be considered under the terms of our Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please explicitly state so in your CV and / or accompanying cover letter.