Senior Process Engineer

Kent; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Process Engineer based in Woking. The role involves managing engineering projects in a dynamic, inclusive environment that encourages innovation and problem-solving. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in FEED or EPC projects. The firm promotes a hybrid working model while valuing diversity and inclusion, offering support for all employees. This position promises substantial responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Diverse and inclusive work environment

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.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the lead engineer.
• Technically responsible for an area of work.
• Supervising preparation of specific deliverables.
• Identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Participating in factory acceptance tests.
• Preparing the process TDR and executing tasks.
• Ensuring compliance with KENT's ISO accredited QMS.

Skills

Distributed Control Systems

Continuous Improvement

Process Improvement

Minitab

Root cause Analysis

Tooling

Statistical Software

Process Engineering

cGMP

Programmable Logic Controllers

Public Speaking

Manufacturing

Education

Degree qualified in relevant engineering discipline

Honours or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or similar

Job description

About the job

Kent is looking for a Senior Process Engineer to be based in Woking.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects How about joining our talented team where everyone has a voice and together we face our clients problems head-on. Its a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no are seeking to hire high caliber Senior Process Engineer as the Process Department will be one of the key departments in our rapidly expanding UK Engineering Services business that provides Pre-FEED FEED Detailed Design and PMC services in Hydrogen Carbon Capture Waste to Fuels as well as traditional energy projects to international clients.

We follow a hybrid working model that combines office and remote work with a requirement to be in the Woking office four days a week. This approach supports the development of a strong and effective team dynamic within Engineering.

Skills & 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.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employees skills capabilities and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employees current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills/education and experience

• 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

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

Behaviour/ 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 mind set.

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.

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.

Were a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Please contact us confidentially at tofind out how we can support you.

Required Experience

Senior IC

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

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1