Process Engineer (MIChemE)

Adecco; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Specialty Chemicals industry is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for a 9-month contract at a Top Tier COMAH site. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and proven experience in leading capital projects. Responsibilities include collaborating with project teams, ensuring safety standards, and guiding the technical aspects of engineering processes. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to make a critical impact on high-value projects.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education in Chemical or Process Engineering (BEng or MEng equivalent).
• Proven experience leading process engineering for capital projects.
• Knowledge of HSE standards, including Pressure Relief Definition.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of capital projects across site.
• Lead commissioning of projects to ensure design intent is met.
• Provide process engineering expertise during project lifecycle.

Skills

Process Risk Assessment systems

Problem identification and analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Member of the Institute of Chemical Engineers (MIChemE)

Job description

Senior Process Engineer (9-month contract. Inside IR35)

Are you a passionate and experienced Senior Process Engineer looking to make a significant impact in the Specialty Chemicals industry? Our client is seeking a dynamic individual to join their Project Process Engineering Team on a Top Tier COMAH site. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a knack for delivering capital projects, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of capital projects across the site. Your expertise will be instrumental throughout the project lifecycle, including:

• Collaborating closely with the projects department and plant support teams.
• Providing in-depth process engineering expertise during FEED, detailed design, construction, and installation stages.
• Leading the commissioning of projects to ensure design intent is met and production is established safely and effectively.

What We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Essential:

- Degree-level education in Chemical or Process Engineering (BEng or MEng equivalent).
- Chartered Engineer and full Member of the Institute of Chemical Engineers (MIChemE).
- Practical experience and theoretical knowledge in batch processing, particularly in the Specialty Chemicals industry.
- Proven experience leading process engineering for capital projects.
- Familiarity with HSE standards, including Pressure Relief Definition and Design, Basis of Safety definition, and Safety Instrumented Systems.
- Knowledge of Process Risk Assessment systems (e.g., HAZOP) and the ability to prepare relevant documentation.

• Desirable:

- Experience in commissioning capital projects on a Top Tier COMAH site.
- Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to control activities effectively.
- Excellent team collaboration skills, with a talent for influencing and gaining support.
- Proficient in problem identification and analysis, with the capability to define and communicate proposals clearly.