• Process & Technology Development:

Develop and validate new process concepts using novel feedstocks, chemistries, and unit operations.
Lead experimental planning and execution at lab and kilo-lab scale to inform scale-up strategies.
Optimise processes for safety, performance, and sustainability using experimental and modelling tools.

• Scale-Up & Project Execution:

Translate lab-scale research into scalable operations, guiding progression through Pre-FEED, pilot, and production stages.
Define key scale-up parameters and performance targets across development phases.

• Equipment Design, Procurement & Commissioning:

Lead specification, design, and commissioning of novel process equipment and unit operations.
Collaborate with engineering partners to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions on time and within budget.

• External Collaboration & Partnership Management:

Manage relationships with external engineering service providers, vendors, and technology partners.
Ensure alignment with project objectives and technical standards.

• Innovation, Flexibility & Digital Enablement:

Integrate emerging technologies and digital tools to enhance process development.
Adapt to a range of development activities, from exploratory research to plant-scale implementation.

• Leadership & Knowledge Sharing:

Provide technical mentorship and strategic guidance to multidisciplinary teams.
Champion knowledge transfer and documentation to support seamless transitions between development stages.

• Governance, Safety & Compliance:

Uphold health and safety standards and engineering best practices.
Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance throughout process development.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in chemical process development and design.
• Skills: Proven success in scaling up processes, equipment design, and commissioning.
• Tools: Proficiency with process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen Plus).
• Expertise: Strong understanding of unit operations including mixing, heat transfer, filtration, and bioreactors.
• Attributes: Flexible, innovative, and effective communicator with strong leadership skills.
• Compliance: Familiarity with safety regulations and process hazard analysis.

• Holidays: 26 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) and a pension plan.
• Flexibility: Flexible working hours.
• Benefits: Competitive stock option plan and opportunities for career advancement.
• Opportunities: Work on transformative technologies with a high-impact team.
• Environment: Access to advanced facilities in a dynamic and forward-thinking setting.

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