Senior Chemical Process Engineer

Senior Chemical Process Engineer

Belcan Workforce Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Chemical Process Engineer to join a major life sciences project based in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the detailed design of a new pharmaceutical facility manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients (API). Working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering environment, you will contribute to a high-profile project that supports cutting-edge pharmaceutical production. This contract is offered on an inside IR35 basis for an initial 6-month period, with the possibility of extension, and operates on a 40-hour working week.

As a Senior Chemical Process Engineer, you will support FEED and detailed design activities, developing engineering solutions for complex pharmaceutical process plants. Responsibilities will include P&ID development, utility sizing, process calculations, and the design of safety-critical systems such as relief and vent systems. You will also contribute to the design of ancillary systems supporting synthesis and purification technologies while working closely with process, mechanical, electrical and other engineering disciplines.

To be successful, you will bring proven experience working on API manufacturing facilities and pharmaceutical process plants, alongside a strong understanding of detailed design and FEED project delivery. In return, you will join a highly experienced engineering team, gain exposure to a significant life sciences programme, and work on technically challenging projects that can further strengthen your career. This Senior Chemical Process Engineer opportunity requires attendance in the Manchester office three days per week as part of a hybrid working arrangement.

Essential Requirements:

Experience working on API manufacturing facilities and pharmaceutical process plants
Experience supporting FEED and detailed design projects
Ability to work onsite in Manchester three days per week
Existing right to work in the UK and ability to obtain BPSS clearance
Strong process engineering and safety design experience

Apply now to join our team and take the next step in your career.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed