PT Engineer

Lubrizol Corporation; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Health and wellbeing support

Learning and development

Career progression

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation in Barnsley, UK, is seeking a PT Engineer to support manufacturing operations with process expertise and real-time troubleshooting. You will work closely with Production, Quality, Technical, Planning, Engineering, and HSE teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality processes while enabling new product introductions.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, batch documentation, SAP transactions, and collaboration across functions to drive operational excellence and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• Proven problem-solving and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent planning, organization, and time management.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical process support and real-time troubleshooting for manufacturing operations.
• Monitor plant performance and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality and efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on process optimization and cost reduction.
• Coordinate scale-up and introduction of new products with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct material evaluations, lab trials, and analytical investigations.
• Participate in hazard studies, MOC activities, and root-cause investigations.
• Manage production batch documentation, process specs, and SAP transactions.
• Support development and improvement of analytical methods for process monitoring.
• Champion safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Build cross-functional relationships to ensure effective project execution.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Chemistry background

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Barnsley, UK
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Reporting To: Quality Manager

How You'll Make an Impact

As a PT Engineer, you'll play a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by providing process expertise, troubleshooting plant issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across our production facilities. Working closely with Production, Quality, Technical, Planning, Engineering, and HSE teams, you will help deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes while supporting the introduction of new products and technologies.

In this role, you will:

• Provide technical process support and real-time troubleshooting for manufacturing operations to maintain safe, efficient, and reliable production.
• Monitor plant performance and proactively identify opportunities to improve safety, product quality, process efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects focused on process optimization, productivity, energy reduction, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate the successful scale-up and introduction of new products, working collaboratively with Technical, Production, Quality, and Planning teams.
• Conduct raw material evaluations, laboratory trials, process assessments, and analytical investigations to support product and process improvements.
• Participate in hazard studies, management of change (MOC) activities, root cause investigations, and site safety initiatives.
• Manage and maintain production batch documentation, process specifications, and SAP transactions to support manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Support the development and improvement of analytical methods used to monitor and control manufacturing processes.
• Champion Lubrizol's commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure seamless communication and execution of projects and operational priorities.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related science or engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and project management skills with the ability to deliver practical solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions.
• Excellent planning, organization, and time management capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach to technical work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general IT systems.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and data-driven problem solving.
• Experience using SAP within a manufacturing or quality environment.
• Knowledge of dispersion milling processes, digital printing technologies, or textile coating manufacturing.
• Experience using analytical instrumentation such as viscometers, particle size analysers, or similar laboratory equipment.
• Previous experience supporting chemical manufacturing, process engineering, or production operations.

At Lubrizol, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work. In this role, your work environment may include:

• Working within laboratory and manufacturing settings with appropriate PPE provided.
• Frequent interaction with production operations and manufacturing processes.
• Use of computer systems, SAP, analytical equipment, and digital tools.
• Participation in plant-based investigations, trials, and continuous improvement projects.
• Adherence to rigorous safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business and operational objectives.

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your wellbeing, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

At Lubrizol, we support your professional and personal growth through a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Pension and retirement savings opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression and growth opportunities
• Inclusive culture and community engagement initiatives