The Company
CK Group are recruiting for a Chemical Engineer to join a chemicals and materials manufacturer on a full‑time, permanent basis at their site near Sheffield.
Our client is a leading provider of specialty metals, alloys and materials. They now require an experienced Chemical Engineer to design, develop and optimise chemical processes for large‑scale production of chemicals. Reporting to the Technical Project Manager, the Chemical Engineer will work independently and may need to travel.
Salary: £40,000‑£55,000 depending on experience. Pension scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a range of benefits including holiday buy scheme, private health, cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym, employee volunteering policy, and 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 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 ones.
* 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 technology and quality teams to create new chemical products or improve existing ones.
* Evaluate new materials and technologies for potential application in production processes.
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.
* Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat/mass transfer and laboratory techniques.
* Comfortable with occasional business travel to the US.
For more information please reach out and quote reference in correspondence.
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