Chemical Process Engineer

My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment for process industries. They are looking for a Chemical Process Engineer to join their team in West Berkshire on a permanent basis.

The Chemical Process Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• At least 2-4 years of relevant experience in chemical process engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of / experienced with thermal processes
• A degree (BEng, MEng, MSc, or PhD) in Chemical Engineering or a related field
• Strong Project Management skills
• Strong knowledge of process design, scale-up, and optimization
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD)
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., COMAH, HSE)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent leadership skills, and ideally some people management experience
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team

Responsibilities include:

• Leading the design, development, and optimisation of chemical processes
• Solving problems and improving engineering processes
• Conducting feasibility studies and risk assessments for new and existing projects
• Overseeing the implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Managing and mentoring junior engineers and supporting their professional development
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including R&D, production, and quality assurance
• Preparing technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
• Pushing for constant progression for product development and manufacturing techniques

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.