Year in Industry - Chemical/Process Engineer
12 days ago
Doncaster
Closing Date for Application: Thursday 27/11/2025 ๐ Year in Industry: Chemical Process Engineer Placement ๐ Location: Doncaster, DN12 ๐ญ Company: Polypipe Building Products (part of Genuit Group) โณ Duration: 12 months starting in September 2026. ๐ฐ Salary: ยฃ24,000 ๐ Who We Are At Polypipe Building Products, we're all about shaping a better, more sustainable future - quite literally. As one of the UK's leading manufacturers of plastic piping systems, our products help build homes, communities, and infrastructure that stand the test of time. We combine science, engineering, and creativity to make a real difference - and now we want you to be part of that journey. ๐งช The Opportunity We're looking for a curious, hands-on Chemical/Process Engineering student to join our team for a year in industry. This isn't about making tea or shadowing in silence - you'll be in the thick of it, helping us design, test, and improve the processes that keep our manufacturing sites running efficiently and sustainably. You will actively contribute to the optimisation and advancement of extrusion processes within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role focuses on performing CAPEX evaluations, including the identification and development of capital projects that enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and sustainability. Additionally, the role holder will engage in continuous improvement initiatives across the business. You'll get to: โข Analyse and improve extrusion processes to enhance efficiency and product quality., โข Conduct CAPEX evaluations to prioritise projects for machinery and process improvements., โข Lead continuous improvement initiatives through methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma, focusing on waste reduction and productivity., โข Collaborate with the engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to achieve project goals., โข Research and implement innovative extrusion technologies and using data analysis for decision-making., โข Assist in project management to ensure timely delivery of machinery upgrades and enhancements., โข Engage in hands-on work to apply chemical engineering concepts in a manufacturing setting., โข Implement sustainable practices and evaluate environmental impacts of processes. We don't expect you to know everything - that's what this placement is for! But we'd love to hear from you if you're: โข Studying Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or something similar., โข Curious, analytical, and great at spotting patterns in data., โข A team player who enjoys problem-solving (and doesn't mind getting hands-on). ๐ What's in it for you โข A year of real engineering experience in a major UK manufacturer., โข Mentorship from experienced professionals who want you to succeed., โข A chance to see your ideas come to life on the factory floor., โข A solid boost to your CV., โข Apply by using the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page!, โข Our Resourcing Team will be in touch with you to ask for a short Video Submission - A 2-minute pitch: "What do you think makes a great engineer, and how do you see yourself developing those qualities during your placement year?"