Senior Process Engineer — Lead Process Improvements & Commissioning

Syngenta AG; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Syngenta is seeking a Process Engineer to join the PTAI group at Huddersfield. You will support day-to-day troubleshooting, process optimisation and capital improvements on a Top Tier COMAH site.

Responsibilities include applying chemical engineering principles to unit operations, leading risk assessments, and driving projects from feasibility through commissioning, with coaching for graduates on IChemE pathways. This role offers a clear development path within a global leader.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemical or process engineering (BEng/MEng).
• 4+ years experience as a Chemical Process Engineer.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards MIChemE.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, fine/speciality or pharma advantageous.
• Experience commissioning capital projects on a top tier COMAH site.
• Knowledge of process risk assessment systems (HAZOP) and HSE standards.
• LEAN / Six Sigma knowledge and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Apply chemical engineering principles to unit operations (reactor design, separation, heat transfer, mixing, powder transfer, filtration & drying).
• Apply HSE standards and safety instrument systems.
• Lead process risk assessments (HAZOP) within risk teams.
• Provide scope and data for capital projects and plant modifications.
• Drive change projects from idea to implementation.
• Lead commissioning of projects ensuring design intent and safe production.
• Coach & mentor graduate engineers on IChemE accredited scheme.

Skills

Chemical process engineering

Process risk assessment (HAZOP)

LEAN / Six Sigma

Project commissioning

Independent work

Continuous improvement

Mentoring graduates

Education

BEng/MEng in Chemical/Process Engineering

Chartered Engineer (MIChemE) or in progress

Job description

Syngenta is seeking a Process Engineer to join the PTAI group at Huddersfield. You will support day-to-day troubleshooting, process optimisation and capital improvements on a Top Tier COMAH site.

Responsibilities include applying chemical engineering principles to unit operations, leading risk assessments, and driving projects from feasibility through commissioning, with coaching for graduates on IChemE pathways. This role offers a clear development path within a global leader.