Senior Chemical Engineer

SENIOR CHEMICAL ENGINEER

We are seeking a SENIOR CHEMICAL ENGINEER, to lead and support the initiation, design, implementation, and commissioning of Plant Modification Proposals (PMPs), enhancing and adapting existing plant operations. This is a pivotal role, combining technical expertise with project leadership to deliver safe, efficient, and innovative process improvements.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to be an integral part of our growing team
• Room for growth and career advancement
• Collaborative, down to earth, and supportive work environment
• Enabling you to contribute to a diverse range of projects

COMMUTABLE FROM: - Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Smethwick, Walsall, Halesowen, Rowley Regis, Aldridge, Wolverhampton, Willenhall, Aston, Solihull, Moseley and Stourbridge

BENEFITS

• £dependant on experience
• Days Monday to Friday
• Plenty of parking available
• 25 Days holiday
• Stakeholder pension
• Healthcare
• Free Life Assurance
• Busy, growing organisation
• Friendly, down-to-earth team
• Expected to continue to grow in 2025

DUTIES

• Lead PMPs from concept through to commissioning, ensuring all necessary hazard assessments and HAZOP studies are completed.
• Define the scope and depth of hazard assessments, perform engineering calculations, develop testing programmes, and revise designs based on findings.
• Initiate and chair HAZOPs, maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date risk assessment records.
• Collaborate closely with Project Engineering to develop plant layouts, costings, and proposals for project authorisation.
• Provide expert chemical engineering input to Process Improvement Groups, project teams, and the Research Department for both new and existing process routes.
• Advise engineers, customers, contractors, and consultants on design, safety, construction materials, and processing techniques.
• Act as Project Leader on designated projects, with responsibility for design, budget, performance, and delivery to agreed targets.
• Organise design and commissioning work and resource planning to meet Production budget requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Chemical Engineering (essential).
• You must be able to demonstrate Significant industrial experience in a relevant field, such as Chemical manufacturing
• Development and optimisation of chemical processes.
• Hands-on plant commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with DSEAR methodology and implementation.
• Knowledge of SIL and LOPA risk assessments.
• Relief system design and DIERS methodology expertise.

We are looking to interview now, send your CV over ASAP!

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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