Senior Process Engineer

Nuada; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative Cleantech company is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to drive the development of next-generation carbon capture systems. This role involves designing and supporting pilot and large-scale plants, ensuring safety standards, and utilizing engineering software for process modeling. Join a vibrant team dedicated to tackling climate change and making a significant impact in the industry. With a strong focus on collaboration and personal development, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future while enjoying a competitive salary and generous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity package

35 days holiday plus birthday off

Generous pension contribution

Private health insurance

Income Protection and life insurance

Personal and professional development opportunities

Positive company culture

Impactful projects

Recognition for delivering technology

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of relevant industrial experience in process engineering.
• Proven design experience with technical safety and environmental aspects.

Responsibilities

• Design and support pilot and large-scale plant delivery.
• Develop detailed calculations and engineering datasheets.
• Ensure high safety standards and participate in safety reviews.

Skills

Process Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Process Modelling

Safety Standards

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD P&ID

HYSYS

Job description

Nuada is a vibrant Cleantech business that has developed an exciting next-generation carbon capture system, which will be critical in the fight against climate change. Having secured partnerships with leading cement manufacturers, we are scaling our technology; building infield pilots and showcasing the exciting potential of our ultra-energy efficient capture system to help decarbonise many hard-to-abate industries, turbocharging our pathway to Net-Zero. We are in an exciting growth phase and are looking for a senior process engineer passionate about working on innovative solutions to tackle the climate emergency. We are looking for a candidate with experience within one of the following industries: Oil & Gas, gas processing, energy generation, and Carbon Capture Storage. Join our team and help us capture the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Process plant design and support of pilot plant and large-scale plant delivery.
• Work with the process team to develop design and operation philosophies.
• Develop and take responsibility for the accuracy of detailed calculations, process engineering datasheets and drawings to specify the process engineering requirements of the technology.
• Executing process engineering deliverables and review of vendor documents.
• Support process engineering studies, FEEDs, and EPC Projects.
• Process modelling and simulation.
• BFDs, PFDs and heat & material balances.
• MSD and material selection philosophy.
• Sizing, specification and generation of process data sheets of equipment including but not limited to vessel, separator, scrubber, packed column, heat exchanger, pumps, compressors, PSV and other process equipment.
• Mechanical calculations of the process equipment.
• Ensure a high safety standard is achieved, providing input to HAZOPS, LOPA and other safety reviews.
• Process and Utility P&IDs. P&ID development including selection of design conditions, hydraulic analysis/report, line sizing and pipe specifications, equipment isolation, vent and drain systems, cause and effects.
• Sizing and specification of in-line Instrumentation, control valves etc.
• Utilities and chemicals consumption summaries.
• Review of Engineering deliverables, vendor data and interact with external agencies.
• Develop Design Tools, processes and participate in standardization activities to carry out work more efficiently.
• Provide proposal support to Nuada's commercial functions for new opportunities.
• Overseeing the multiple Project activities and keeping them on track for target timeline.
• Clear communication, reporting, interpersonal, problem solving and leadership skills to support business growth.
• Willing to travel as and when required for various assignments.
• Reporting to Engineer Manager covering progress and performance tracking.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5-15 Years of relevant industrial experience.
• Proven process engineering design experience with technical safety and environmental aspects.
• Proficient in the use of Engineering Software, e.g. AutoCAD P&ID and HYSYS is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of dynamic gas separation technologies, CO2 removal systems and gas processing is highly desirable.
• Demonstration of customer focus and ability to respond to customer needs whilst achieving project and company objectives.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, start-up environment requiring flexibility and pragmatism.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity package
• 35 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off.
• Generous pension contribution
• Private health insurance
• Income Protection and life insurance
• The opportunity to continue to develop both personally and professionally, in our rapidly growing company.
• A brilliant company culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and positivity at work
• Working on projects where your skills can quickly make an impact.
• Recognition for delivering a new, world-leading, technology.