Senior Chemical Engineer

ASC Connections; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fine chemicals manufacturer as a Senior Chemical Engineer. You will be key in enhancing process development and plant safety while managing significant projects within a dynamic and innovative team. Your expertise will contribute to operational excellence and the advancement of cutting-edge industrial processes.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Paid sick leave scheme

Free life assurance

Health and wellbeing benefits

Stakeholder pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in industrial chemical manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of process safety and engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Leading design and commissioning of plant modifications.
• Carrying out hazard assessments and leading HAZOPs.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Process Safety

Engineering Design

Plant Operations

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Senior Chemical Engineer - Process Development & Plant Improvement

A well-established independent manufacturer, specialising in fine chemicals and rubber accelerators, is looking for a Chemical Engineer to join their dynamic team. With a strong global presence, this company continues to thrive, renowned for its commitment to excellence in chemistry.

Reporting to the Chemical Engineering Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in process design, safety, and plant modification, driving operational efficiency and compliance across a complex chemical manufacturing environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading the design, implementation, and commissioning of plant modifications
• Carrying out hazard assessments and leading HAZOPs for new and existing processes
• Defining scope for risk assessments, performing process calculations, and advising on testing programmes
• Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, safety codes, and best practices
• Advising R&D and production teams on practical solutions for new and existing process development
• Providing technical advice to internal teams, customers, contractors, and consultants
• Leading assigned capital projects from concept through to commissioning, within budget and performance targets

What You'll Need:

Essential:

• Degree-qualified in Chemical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an industrial chemical manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of process safety, engineering design, and plant operations

Desirable Experience:

• Process development and continuous improvement
• COMAH regulations and DSEAR methodology
• SIL and LOPA assessments
• Relief system sizing and DIERS methodology

What's in It for You:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Paid sick leave scheme
• Free life assurance
• BHSF health and wellbeing benefits
• Stakeholder pension scheme

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Chemical Engineer who thrives on problem-solving, process development, and contributing to high-impact projects in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Apply today to take the next step in your chemical engineering career and make a meaningful impact on cutting-edge industrial processes.

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