Senior Chemical Process Engineer

jobs24.co.uk; Holt End; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is on the lookout for a Senior Chemical Process Engineer to lead the development and enhancement of chemical processes. The role is crucial for ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 and NADCAP standards while providing expert technical support across various business units. You'll be at the forefront of driving continuous improvement initiatives, managing audits, and collaborating with safety teams to meet regulatory requirements. If you are passionate about leading teams and making a significant impact in engineering and manufacturing, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Qualifications

• Expertise in anodising, chemical conversion, and etching processes.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in team development and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the incorporation of customer specifications into the Quality Management System.
• Manage ISO 17025, NADCAP, and customer audits for chemical processes.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Knowledge of Aerospace Quality Requirements

Education

Industry Qualification in Chemistry or Metal Finishing

Tools

Quality Management System

ISO 17025

NADCAP

Job description

A leading engineering and manufacturing business is seeking a Senior Chemical Process Engineer to provide expert technical support across all business units. This role is pivotal in developing, maintaining, and improving chemical processes while ensuring compliance with ISO 17025, NADCAP, and customer accreditations.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the incorporation of customer specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements into the Quality Management System.
2. Manage and support ISO 17025, NADCAP, and customer audits for chemical processes.
3. Collaborate with environmental, health & safety teams and external service providers to meet regulatory and customer requirements.
4. Lead investigations into production issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Oversee and enhance special process activities to maintain ongoing accreditations.
6. Provide technical support for Metallurgy, Engineering, Planning, and NPI projects.
7. Review and maintain chemical process documentation, including data cards, process specifications, and quality instructions.
8. Conduct internal audits and analyze historical data trends to ensure process efficiency and compliance.
9. Lead and develop a team, providing mentorship, training, and performance management.
10. Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
11. Contribute to projects that meet high environmental and safety standards.

Qualifications:

1. Expertise in anodising, chemical conversion, and etching processes.
2. In-depth knowledge of NADCAP chemical processing programmes.
3. A recognised industry qualification in Chemistry or Metal Finishing (e.g., Institute of Metal Finishing).
4. Strong leadership skills with experience in team development, project management, and problem-solving.
5. Understanding of aerospace and alternative sector quality requirements.