Process Technician - Chemical Recycling (Remote Friendly)

iO Associates; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for remote work

Commitment to creating inclusive teams

Job summary

A leading cleantech company is seeking a Process Technician to join their research and development team in Bristol. You will support the scale-up and industrialisation of advanced chemical recycling technology, with responsibilities including process development, plant design, and collaboration with R&D. Ideal candidates will have a background in Chemical or Process Engineering and a strong passion for sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience OR 3 years of industrial experience.
• Industry experience in process optimisation.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.
• Passion for sustainability and circularity.
• Located in or willing to relocate to Bristol.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in advanced materials or composites.
• Health and safety training (IOSH/NEBOSH).
• Knowledge in polymer chemistry and recycling technologies.
• Background in pressurised systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the scale-up of technology from laboratory to pilot plant.
• Assist in developing prototypes and testing new processes.
• Operate and monitor chemical processing units.
• Conduct regular inspections and record process data.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support mechanical process modifications.
• Prepare samples for testing.
• Create documentation including SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols.

Skills

Process optimisation

Organisational skills

Time management

Verbal and written English

Passion for sustainability

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Experience in advanced materials

Health and safety training

Knowledge in polymer chemistry

Experience in pressurised systems

Education

A‑levels or BTEC in the sciences

HNC/HND in Chemical/Process Engineering

Degree in Engineering

Job description

A leading cleantech company is seeking a Process Technician to join their research and development team in Bristol. You will support the scale-up and industrialisation of advanced chemical recycling technology, with responsibilities including process development, plant design, and collaboration with R&D. Ideal candidates will have a background in Chemical or Process Engineering and a strong passion for sustainability.