Process Development Engineer

Position: Process Development Engineer

* Location: North West

* Salary: Contract (Inside IR35)

* Job Type: Full-Time, Shift Rotation

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.

Key Responsibilities

* Process Scale-Up: Design, test, and transition new chemical processes from bench-scale and pilot plant to full manufacturing scale.

* Optimization & Troubleshooting: Analyze plant performance data, identify root causes of process variation, and resolve technical bottlenecks.

* Safety & Compliance: Ensure all new and existing processes strictly comply with UK health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., COMAH, DSEAR, ISO standards).

* Project Management: Deliver engineering projects on time and within budget, managing cross-functional teams from concept to commissioning.

Key Requirements

* Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.

* Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in a chemical, petrochemical, or highly regulated manufacturing environment.

If you are interested in the opportunity and would like further information, please don't hesitate to apply
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed