Location: Nottingham, UK Remuneration : Competitive Start Date : Immediate Visa Sponsorship: Available after 12 months of employment, subject to satisfactory performance, business needs and UK immigration requirements. The Role We are seeking a highly practical, hands-on Chemical Engineer to operate, maintain, troubleshoot and continuously improve our CO₂ mineralisation pilot plant in Nottingham. This is primarily a plant-based operational role, not a desk-based position. You will spend most of your time working directly with reactors, pumps, filtration systems, mixers, dryers, pipework and instrumentation. The role would suit someone with a BSc or MSc in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, ideally with 0–3 years of experience, who enjoys practical engineering and wants to work directly with industrial equipment. Key Responsibilities Operate the pilot plant safely and reliably on a day-to-day basis. Start up, run, monitor and shut down reactors, pumps, filtration systems, mixers and dryers. Prepare feedstocks and chemical solutions and manage material transfers. Monitor key process parameters including temperature, pressure, flow rate, pH and concentration. Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance and basic equipment repairs. Troubleshoot pumps, valves, filters, instrumentation and process-performance issues. Support installation, modification and commissioning of new equipment. Collect samples and record process conditions, yields, material consumption and equipment performance. Identify and implement improvements to reliability, throughput, yield and product consistency. Support the transition from batch toward more automated and continuous operation. Maintain operating procedures, maintenance schedules and plant documentation. Ensure the plant remains clean, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements. Essential Requirements BSc or MSc in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a closely related discipline. Strong interest in hands-on plant operation and practical engineering. Good understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals and process operations. Comfortable working with pumps, reactors, tanks, pipework, filtration systems and other process equipment. Practical troubleshooting and problem-solving ability. Comfortable handling chemicals, powders and slurries in a pilot-plant environment. Willingness to carry out routine operation, cleaning and maintenance activities. Strong health and safety awareness. Ability to take ownership of day-to-day plant operation and technical problems. Desirable Experience Experience operating a pilot plant, chemical plant or production facility. Hands-on experience with pumps, valves, reactors, pipework and instrumentation. Experience with filtration, filter presses, drying or solid-liquid separation. Basic mechanical maintenance or equipment-repair experience. Familiarity with PFDs, P
Chemical Engineer – Pilot Plant Operations employer: Vateris
Vateris is an exceptional employer located in Nottingham, UK, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and hands-on experience in cutting-edge chemistry applications. Our supportive culture encourages problem-solving and teamwork, making it an ideal place for passionate chemists to thrive and contribute to meaningful advancements in industrial processes.
