Senior Process Engineer

Johnson Matthey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to drive innovative solutions in process engineering. This role involves designing and optimizing critical infrastructure and pilot plants, ensuring compliance with safety standards while collaborating with diverse teams. With over 200 years of history, this company is committed to sustainability and decarbonizing the chemical sector. Join a team where your expertise will significantly impact operational efficiency and contribute to groundbreaking projects. If you are a delivery-focused professional with a passion for process engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Bonus structure

Excellent pension contributions

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Experience in Process Engineering and Process Safety is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering design activities and ensure compliance with standards.
• Develop process engineering designs and conduct technical risk assessments.

Skills

Process Engineering

Process Safety

Hazard Assessments

Strong Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Vacancy: Senior Process Engineer
Location: Chilton, UK
Job Family: Engineering

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will be designing, commissioning, and optimising site utility & infrastructure assets as well as pilot plants and bespoke process development equipment, spanning multiple Business Units across Teesside and 3rd party sites.

Your purpose will be to execute and lead process engineering design activities, following JM standards and procedures to schedule and budget as advised by the Project Manager, to deliver the capital programme for our Teesside businesses and improve operational efficiency.

At Johnson Matthey we have over 200 years of history of developing innovative solutions to the most complex technology challenges, and this includes developing and licensing world class technologies. We are focused on sustainability and our technologies will play a critical role in decarbonising the chemicals and energy sector by delivering ever more efficient, sustainable ways to make vital products and fuels and which will be used all over the world.

Your responsibilities:

• Execute and lead process engineering design activities, following JM standards and procedures
• Develop process engineering designs, including pressure relief systems, heat and mass balances, process specifications, P&ID development and process safety design
• Complete process engineering calculations
• Participate in process hazard assessments and other technical risk assessments (including Hazard Studies, LoPA & Area Classification)
• Provide process engineering support for site infrastructure (including gas storage & distribution systems, steam systems, natural gas purification, chemical disposal systems and a compressor house) as well as pilot plants and bespoke process development equipment.
• Collaborate with & give quality technical advice to internal customers such as our site operations team and R&D teams
• Provide awareness training & validation for the wider technical community

Requirements for the role:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent
• Demonstrable experience in a Process Engineering role
• Demonstrable experience of Process Safety, including active participation in process hazard assessments such as HAZOP, LoPA, Area Classification
• Demonstrable experience of Process Engineering at the pilot scale
• Strong communicator and a team player, comfortable interacting with & leading many different stakeholders
• Delivery-focused to business-critical timescales and able to work under pressure

How you will be rewarded:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).

At JM, we are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. We welcome everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.

How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.