Senior Process Engineer (PSA)

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to focus on process design for PSA plants within the oil and gas sectors. You will be responsible for optimizing hydrogen purification systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining strong client relations. The ideal candidate possesses a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering and has a robust understanding of gas separation technologies.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of PSA/process systems and carbon capture technologies.
• Proficiency in process simulations and CFD.
• Experience in design and optimization for PSA plants.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and optimization of PSA systems.
• Design PSA plants and prepare technical documentation.
• Analyze data for plant optimization focusing on efficiency.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

ASPEN Adsorption

HYSYS

MATLAB

VBA

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Process Engineer (PSA)

Client:

UNICAT Technologies

Location:

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Overview

The Senior Process Engineer ensures the technical feasibility of proposals and designs, focusing on process design for PSA plants in oil and gas, refining, and related industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development and optimization of PSA systems for hydrogen purification, carbon capture, and gas purification.
• Design PSA plants and prepare technical documents such as P&IDs, BOMs, PFDs, and Process Block Diagrams.
• Conduct process simulations using ASPEN Adsorption, HYSYS, MATLAB, and VBA.
• Perform CFD simulations with SolidWorks for system design support.
• Ensure compliance with ATEX standards for safety in explosive environments.
• Analyze data for plant optimization, focusing on efficiency and uptime.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for process improvements and project success.
• Develop technical proposals and address customer-specific requirements.

Client Interaction:

• Maintain relationships with clients and understand their operational needs.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering.
• Deep understanding of PSA/process systems, gas separation, and carbon capture technologies.
• Proficiency in ASPEN Adsorption, HYSYS, MATLAB, VBA, and CFD with SolidWorks.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.