Senior Process Engineer

UKNNL Holdings Limited; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join UKNNL as a Senior Process Engineer where you'll manage engineering projects from specification to operational delivery. Be part of a versatile team focused on advancing cleaner energy and environmental safety, while benefiting from flexible work options and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Family-focused policies

Pension plan

Generous leave

Health and wellbeing programs

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer.
• Experience in process plant design in regulated industries.
• Knowledge of safety standards and HAZOP processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Process Engineering designs.
• Collaborate with project managers for project delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Summary

Job Description for Senior Process Engineer:

UKNNL is where your solutions solve real-world problems. As part of our Engineering team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, driving them from start to finish, and seeing the tangible impact of your work. Join a team that benefits society by advancing cleaner energy, protecting the environment, and ensuring safety.

We seek a versatile and experienced Senior Process Engineer to manage projects from initial specification through to operational delivery, overseeing all Process Engineering design elements. The role offers flexibility in location, with options to be based at Preston or Risley, and may require travel between sites and customer locations.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead in developing Process Engineering designs to meet national and international standards within a multidisciplinary team.
• Author and review calculations, drawings, reports, and design memos.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality delivery.
• Coordinate with procurement to define requirements and work with suppliers.
• Support commissioning and troubleshooting activities.
• Design safe plants aligned with safety standards such as BS EN 61508, BS EN 60079, and BS EN 4126.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide their design activities.
• Identify and develop business improvements with discipline leads.
• Participate in employee development programs.

Essential Criteria

• Chartered Engineer.
• Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field with relevant experience.
• Experience in process plant design in regulated industries.
• Experience with HAZOP processes.
• Knowledge of relevant legislative, regulatory, quality, and environmental standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills and solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to obtain SC security clearance.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in the nuclear sector.
• Self-motivated with high energy.
• Questioning attitude.

Why Join Us?

UKNNL offers impactful work, a supportive environment, and a range of employee benefits, including family-focused policies, pension plans, generous leave, discounts, health and wellbeing programs, and career development opportunities.

About the Company

UKNNL is a pioneering organization committed to innovation and societal impact, offering limitless personal and professional growth opportunities.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We promote an inclusive workplace that values diversity, provides reasonable adjustments, and fosters a sense of belonging for all employees.

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