Job Description
Talent STEM is working with a well-established chemical manufacturer in the West Midlands to recruit a Chemical Engineer to join their team. This company specialises in complex chemical synthesis, supplying products to the pharmaceutical, agrochemical and speciality chemicals sectors worldwide.
Key responsibilities:
* Design, develop, implement, and commission plant modification projects, incorporating hazard evaluations and HAZOP studies.
* Determine the scope of risk assessments, perform calculations, recommend testing, lead HAZOP sessions, refine designs, and maintain risk documentation.
* Ensure all engineering work adheres to legal standards and industry codes of practice.
* Collaborate with project engineering teams to develop plant layouts, designs, costings, and proposals for approval.
* Provide technical expertise to process improvement and project teams, supporting research efforts with practical process development solutions.
* Advise colleagues, clients, contractors, and consultants on technical aspects such as design, safety, materials, and processing techniques.
* Lead assigned projects, managing budgets, designs, and delivery to meet performance and operational targets.
* Organise design, commissioning, and resource allocation to achieve production objectives.
Qualifications and experience:
* Chemical Engineering degree (minimum requirement).
* Minimum of 5 years’ relevant industrial experience.
Desirable experience:
* Creating and enhancing chemical processes.
* Practical experience in plant commissioning and troubleshooting.
* Familiarity with COMAH regulations and their application.
* Knowledge of DSEAR methodology.
* Proficiency in SIL and LOPA assessments.
* Expertise in relief system sizing and DIERS methodology.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* 25 days annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays.
* 40-hour workweek (Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pm).
* Sick pay scheme, life assurance, health benefits, and access to a pension scheme.
* Location: West Midlands.