Process Development Engineer
9 days ago
Cheshire West and Chester
Position: Process Development Engineer \n Location: North West \n Salary: Contract (Inside IR35) \n Job Type: Full-Time, Shift Rotation \n \n We are seeking a driven and skilled Process Development Engineer to join our dynamic operations team at a top-tier chemical manufacturing facility. In this role, you will bridge the gap between laboratory research and full-scale plant production. You will lead process scale-ups, optimise existing chemical unit operations, and drive continuous improvement projects focusing on safety, yield, energy efficiency, and sustainability. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Process Scale-Up: Design, test, and transition new chemical processes from bench-scale and pilot plant to full manufacturing scale.\n, • Optimization & Troubleshooting: Analyze plant performance data, identify root causes of process variation, and resolve technical bottlenecks.\n, • Safety & Compliance: Ensure all new and existing processes strictly comply with UK health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., COMAH, DSEAR, ISO standards).\n, • Project Management: Deliver engineering projects on time and within budget, managing cross-functional teams from concept to commissioning.\n\n \n Key Requirements \n\n • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.\n, • Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in a chemical, petrochemical, or highly regulated manufacturing environment.\n\n \n If you are interested in the opportunity and would like further information, please don't hesitate to apply.