Senior Process Engineer

Kent; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Process Engineer based in Woking to join its Process Department. You will report to the lead engineer on feasibility and EPC projects, supervising and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must hold an engineering degree in Chemical Engineering and have experience in FEED and detailed design. This is a full-time position offering a hybrid work model, with a commitment to diversity and employee development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Exposure to consultancy FEED/detailed design and EPC projects.
• Excellent command of English language in both oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the lead engineer on various projects.
• Supervising preparation of specific deliverables.
• Participating in factory acceptance tests.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO accredited QMS.

Skills

Distributed Control Systems

Continuous Improvement

Process Engineering

Statistical Software

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Honours degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Programmable Logic Controllers

Job description

About the Role

Kent is looking for a Senior Process Engineer to be based in Woking. The role is part of the Process Department, a key team in our rapidly expanding UK Engineering Services business that provides Pre‑FEED, FEED, Detailed Design, and PMC services in Hydrogen, Carbon Capture, Waste‑to‑Fuel, and traditional energy projects for international clients.

The position is vital to shaping exciting projects and requires a collaborative mindset, with a focus on tackling client challenges head‑on. We maintain a diverse and inclusive environment where world‑class talent thrives. The hybrid working model combines office and remote work, with a requirement to be in the Woking office four days a week to support a strong and effective team dynamic.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the lead engineer on a feasibility concept, FEED detailed design or EPC project
• Can be technically responsible for an area of work and supervises preparation of specific deliverables
• Undertaking specific tasks / area of work as defined by the lead / principal engineer
• Identifying and resolving discrepancies and divergences from original proposal / contract under the supervision of the lead / principal engineer
• Participating in factory acceptance tests
• Supporting the preparation of the process TDR and executes allocated tasks within the requirements of the project execution plan and TDR
• Ensuring compliance with KENTs ISO accredited QMS and project specific procedures guides and standards
• In consultation with process group manager takes responsibility for identifying own development needs and ensuring that agreed development goals are met taking due cognisance of project commitments
• Performing related duties as and when instructed by lead / principal engineer or group manager
• Undertaking specified tasks / areas of work dependant on size and complexity of project as defined by the lead engineer or project / project engineering manager.
• Supervising and checking the work of other engineers as delegated by the lead engineer / group manager.
• Responsible for communicating technical / project issues potentially impacting the project to the lead engineer.
• Senior engineer is accountable to the lead / principal engineer or project engineer (dependant on size and complexity of the project) in the project environment
• Responsible for personal training and development in consultation with Process Group Manager
• The corporate reporting line is to respective Process Group Manager.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in relevant engineering discipline.
• Engineering degree honours or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or similar.
• Exposure to consultancy FEED / detailed design and EPC projects.
• Knowledge of applicable international and industry specifications standards and codes.
• Knowledge of safety and quality procedures and best practice.

Communication Skills

• Excellent command of English language in both oral and written communication and skills.

Core Competencies

• Activity scheduling and discipline priorities.
• Good coordination monitoring and supervisory skills.
• Cost awareness.
• Proactive approach.
• Attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Multi‑tasking / prioritising.
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset.

HSSEQ

The Employee shall observe the Health Safety Sustainability Environment and Quality rules of the Company; its clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Vacancy: 1

Key Skills

Distributed Control Systems, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Minitab, Root cause Analysis, Tooling, Statistical Software, Process Engineering, cGMP, Programmable Logic Controllers, Public Speaking, Manufacturing

EEO & Diversity Statement

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one we offer a range of family‑friendly inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

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