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Senior Chemical Process Engineer

Premier Engineering
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG31 4UR

Salary

£70,000 - £100,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Senior Chemical Process Engineer offers a salary between £70,000 and £100,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • This permanent position is located in West Berkshire and requires at least 7-10 years of relevant experience in chemical process engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
  • Candidates should possess a degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field and have strong project management skills, along with proficiency in process simulation software such as Aspen HYSYS or ChemCAD.
  • Key responsibilities include leading the design and optimization of chemical processes, conducting feasibility studies, and mentoring junior engineers.
  • The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving abilities, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
ROLE – Senior Chemical Process Engineer  SALARY - £70,000- £100,000 per annum (dependent on experience)TYPE – PermanentLOCATION – West Berkshire  My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment for process industries. They are looking for a Senior Chemical Process Engineer to join their team in West Berkshire on a permanent basis.    The Senior Chemical Process Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
  • At least 7-10 years of relevant experience in chemical process engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment 
  • Knowledge of / experienced with thermal processes
  • A degree (BEng, MEng, MSc, or PhD) in Chemical Engineering or a related field
  • Strong Project Management skills
  • Strong knowledge of process design, scale-up, and optimization
  • Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD)
  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., COMAH, HSE)
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent leadership skills, and ideally some people management experience
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team
Responsibilities include:
  • Leading the design, development, and optimisation of chemical processes
  • Solving problems and improving engineering processes
  • Conducting feasibility studies and risk assessments for new and existing projects
  • Overseeing the implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
  • Managing and mentoring junior engineers and supporting their professional development
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including R&D, production, and quality assurance
  • Preparing technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
  • Pushing for constant progression for product development and manufacturing techniques 
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.

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