Process Engineer - UK

DBD International; Warrington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 20%

25 days holiday

Enhanced pension

Private health insurance

Private dental

Other benefits

Job summary

DBD International seeks a Senior Process Engineer to lead the development, evaluation and delivery of high-quality process engineering studies and designs for nuclear facilities. You will design, optimise and maintain processes while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

This hands-on role emphasizes technical analysis, concept development and detailed engineering to support economically sound project outcomes, working with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, mechanics,

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years relevant industry experience in process engineering roles.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and precision.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop procedures and protocols to ensure safe and reliable operation of nuclear facilities.
• Prepare and review process deliverables and operating philosophies.
• Evaluate process alternatives and provide technically sound recommendations.
• Support hazard identification and risk assessments (HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA) and implement outcomes into designs.
• Collaborate with other engineers, mechanics, operators and technical specialists to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions.
• Ensure engineering work complies with applicable standards, codes, and company specifications, as well as nuclear safety regulations and environmental measures.
• Maintain clear, accurate and auditable technical documentation.

Skills

Process engineering

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

HAZOP/LOPA

Education

Chemical/Process Eng degree

Job description

Role summary: We require a Senior Process Engineer to develop, evaluate and deliver high-quality process engineering studies and designs. You will be responsible for designing, optimising and maintaining processes whilst ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. The role is focused on hands-on technical analysis, concept development, and detailed engineering to support economically sound project outcomes.

What you will be doing:

• Develop procedures and protocols to ensure safe and reliable operation of nuclear facilities
• Prepare and review process deliverables and operating philosophies
• Evaluate process alternatives and provide technically sound recommendations
• Support hazard identification and risk assessments (HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA) and implement outcomes into designs
• Collaborate with other engineers, mechanics, operators and technical specialists to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions
• Ensure engineering work complies with applicable standards, codes, and company specifications, as well as nuclear safety regulations and environmental measures
• Maintain clear, accurate and auditable technical documentation

Formal qualifications or training:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum 5+ years relevant industry experience in process engineering roles
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Attention to detail and precision
• Effective teamwork and communication skills

Make a Difference with DBD:

At DBD, we know you're looking for more than just a job - you aspire to make a real impact in the nuclear industry. We offer unique opportunities for growth, empowering you to take influential roles within client organisations.

Our dedicated team collaborates with clients to positively influence projects across Defence, Decommissioning and New Builds. Having doubled in headcount year-on-year, over the past two years, we continue to welcome new, talented individuals to our team.

We're committed to your success. DBD invests in your development and supports your career trajectory in any direction you want to take it.

Join us to play a key role in shaping the nuclear sector's future.

Make a difference today with DBD.

Benefits:

up to 20% bonus, 25 days holiday, enhanced pension, private health insurance, private dental, and more