Senior Process Engineer

Tech Connect Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cleantech company in West London is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to drive process engineering activities across a novel hydrogen technology. The role involves leading design efforts, collaborating with various stakeholders, and supporting project delivery, requiring a strong engineering background, particularly in high-pressure environments. Competitive salary and attractive benefits, including equity participation and flexible working, are offered.

Benefits

Equity participation

25 days holiday + public holidays

Flexible working hours

Parental leave (3 months full paid)

Professional development budget

5% employer pension contribution

Employee referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with high-pressure/high-temperature systems and flammable gases.
• Proven delivery of projects across the full lifecycle.
• Comfortable in a start-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering design (PFDs, P&IDs, mass/energy balances).
• Support procurement, hazard/risk assessments, and safety-focused design.
• Collaborate with partners to drive progress toward TRL6 and pilot-scale delivery.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Safety-focused Mindset

Education

MSc in Chemical/Process Engineering

Tools

Aspen

HYSYS

PRO II

Unisim

Job description

Senior Process Engineer

West London / Hybrid (3-4 days WFH)

Permanent £55,000 - £70,000 + Equity

We're working with an ambitious and well-funded cleantech company based in West London, currently seeking a Senior Process Engineer to support the scale-up and commercialisation of their novel hydrogen technology.

The Role

As Senior Process Engineer, you'll be responsible for driving process engineering activities across a unique electrochemical platform. Working closely with the internal tech team, partners, and vendors, you'll lead the development and integration of systems operating under high-pressure and high-temperature conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver process engineering design (PFDs, P&IDs, mass/energy balances)
  
  
• Develop specifications for equipment and instrumentation
  
  
• Perform detailed design calculations and process modelling
  
  
• Collaborate with subcontractors and partners to drive progress toward TRL6 by 2026 and pilot-scale delivery by 2027
  
  
• Support procurement, hazard/risk assessments, and safety-focused design
  
  
• Assist with lab-scale testing and contribute to scaling efforts
  
  
• Take part in bid writing and customer-facing proposal work
  
  

What They're Looking For

Essential:

• MSc (or higher) in Chemical/Process Engineering
  
  
• Experience working with high-pressure/high-temperature systems and flammable gases
  
  
• Proficiency in process modelling tools (e.g., Aspen, HYSYS, PRO II, or Unisim)
  
  
• Proven delivery of projects across the full lifecycle: feasibility through to operations
  
  
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, safety-first mindset
  
  
• Comfortable in a start-up environment with self-starting, problem-solving attitude
  
  

Desirable:

• Background in electrolysis, fuel cells, or hydrogen system design
  
  
• Experience working with supercritical water or oxygen systems
  
  
• Familiarity with thermal design tools (e.g., HTRI) and CFD
  
  
• Chartered status
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Equity participation through a tax-efficient share scheme
  
  
• 25 days holiday + public holidays (option to buy 5 more)
  
  
• Birthdays off & milestone celebrations
  
  
• Flexible working hours and location (including working abroad)
  
  
• Monthly team days & lunch outings
  
  
• 3 months full paid parental leave (maternity and paternity)
  
  
• Professional development budget + fees covered
  
  
• 5% employer pension contribution
  
  
• Employee referral bonus scheme
  
  

Interested?

Our client welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and encourage individuals who may not meet every single requirement to apply. Your unique perspective could be just what this team needs.

Please note: Our client is currently unable to sponsor overseas candidates.