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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Cheshire
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Chemical And Petrochemical Engineering
  • Industry

    Engineering
  • Pay

    Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Process Engineer; Scale Up; Front End Engineering Design; FEED; Concept Design

Your new company

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Process Engineer to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of sustainable chemical technology. This role offers the chance to contribute to developing cutting-edge technology for the renewable and sustainable sector.

Your new role

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in translating lab-scale innovations into commercially viable manufacturing processes. You’ll lead front-end engineering design (FEED), support pilot-to-commercial scale-up, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and process optimisation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and contribute to FEED for new process installations and modifications
  • Support scale-up activities including process modelling, equipment specification, and commissioning
  • Conduct process simulations, mass/energy balances, and risk assessments
  • Develop and maintain process documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs, safety protocols)
  • Monitor and optimise process performance for efficiency, cost, and sustainability
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations
  • Provide technical support during plant trials and continuous improvement initiatives

What you'll need to succeed

  • Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering (Master’s preferred)
  • ~5 years’ experience in process engineering within chemical, polymer, or related sectors
  • Proven experience in front-end design and scale-up from lab/pilot to commercial scale
  • Proficiency in simulation tools (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to work on innovative, sustainable technologies with global impact
  • £45,000 - £65,000depending on experience
    • Private Medical Insurance
    • Life Assurance
    • Pension Scheme with Employer Contributions
    • Employee Share Option

What you need to do now

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