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The Company:
Our client is a leading provider of specialty metals, alloys and materials. They now have a requirement for an experienced Chemical Engineer to join their team. This person will design, develop, and optimise chemical processes for the large-scale production of chemicals. Reporting to the Technical Project Manager, the Chemical Engineer will work independently and there may be some travel required. The company offers a salary in the range of 40,000-55,000 depending on experience, pension scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus a range of benefits including but not limited to: holiday buy scheme, private health, cycle to work scheme, gym, employee volunteering policy, electric charging points.
Location:
The Chemical Engineer will be based at the company's site near Sheffield, easily commutable from Barnsley, Doncaster, Chesterfield, Rotherham and Worksop.
Chemical Engineer Role:
Your main duties will be to:
- Oversee the design, construction, and operation of new chemical facilities or expansions.
- Work with the technical, engineering, accounts and project management teams to manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
- Ensure quality control standards are met during the production process.
- Conduct experiments and simulations to improve existing processes or create new processes.
- Analyse production processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Use data and analysis to optimise system efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
- Implement new technologies and methods to improve process sustainability and reduce environmental impact.
- Collaborate with the technology and quality teams to create new chemical products or improve existing ones.
- Evaluate new materials and technologies for potential application in production processes.
- Collaborate with the technical, engineering and project management teams to develop innovative solutions.
Your Background:
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:
- Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Chemical Engineering.
- Experience in process design and chemical manufacturing.
- Specific experience in speciality chemical manufacturing and metallurgical industries is required.
- Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat/mass transfer and laboratory techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex engineering challenges.
- Ability to clearly convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to ensure the precision and accuracy required in chemical processes and experiments.
- Ability to work independently, but also as an effective, proactive member of a team.
- Precise planning of work on a daily basis to ensure maximum efficiency.
Apply:
For more information or to apply for this Chemical Engineering position, please contact Victoria Walker on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) . Please quote job reference (Apply online only).
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