Senior Chemical Engineer – Full-Time, Permanent (West Bromwich)
Monday - Friday: 8am - 4.30pm (30-minute lunch break)
£50,000 - £55,000 per annum
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Senior Chemical Engineer to join our well-established client based in West Bromwich on a full-time permanent basis.
This role reports directly to the Chemical Engineering Manager and we are looking to recruit for an immediate start .
Benefits
25 days annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays
Paid sick scheme
Free life assurance
BHSF healthcare scheme
Access to a stakeholder pension scheme
Career development and training opportunities
Day-to-Day Duties:
Initiate, design, implement and commission Plant Modification Proposals
Lead hazard assessments and HAZOP studies, ensuring thorough risk management
Ensure all chemical engineering work complies with Statutory Regulations and Codes of Practice
Collaborate with Project Engineering to develop plant layout, design, and budget proposals
Provide expert input on Process Improvement Groups and project teams
Support the Research Department with process route development for new/existing processes
Advise internal and external stakeholders (engineers, customers, contractors, consultants) on design, safety, and processing techniques
Act as Project Leader on designated projects with full responsibility for budget, design, and completion
Coordinate design and commissioning resources to align with production budgets and schedules
Essential Skills:
Degree in Chemical Engineering
Minimum of five years' relevant industrial experience
Strong understanding of process design, risk assessments, and commissioning
Ability to lead technical projects and multidisciplinary teams
Desirable Skills:
Experience developing or improving chemical processes
Practical on-plant commissioning and troubleshooting experience
Knowledge of COMAH regulations and DSEAR methodology
Familiarity with SIL and LOPA assessments
Understanding of relief system sizing and DIERS methodology
Training:
Ongoing internal and external training available
Support for upskilling in safety systems (e.g. SIL, LOPA, DIERS)
Career development opportunities in senior project or technical leadership roles
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People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process
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