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Engineering Manager at Valtris Specialty Chemicals
About The Company
Valtris is a global leader in specialty chemical additives and precursors, offering innovative solutions and products to customers around the world. With strong technical expertise and best-in-class formulation capabilities, we develop products that provide essential performance properties to plastics, coatings, adhesives and sealants, pharmaceuticals, flavour and fragrance, and personal care products.
To serve its customers’ needs, Valtris has manufacturing sites in North America, Europe and India, along with sales and technical support presence in other regions of the globe.
About The Role
The vacancy is for a Mechanical Engineer in the Engineering Department at our Eccles Site in Manchester, UK. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of mechanical systems within a top-tier COMAH chemical plant. This role involves managing mechanical-biased projects, providing technical support, participating in process safety initiatives, and carrying out engineering design, all while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and oversee mechanical-biased projects from initiation to completion.
* Provide technical support and guidance on mechanical aspects of projects.
* Conduct engineering design for mechanical systems and components.
* Develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Participate in Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOPs) to identify and mitigate potential risks.
* Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues in a timely manner.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support plant operations and improvement projects.
* Manage and oversee contractors and vendors for mechanical work.
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
Safety & Compliance:
* Participate in HAZOP sessions to assess potential hazards and operability issues.
* Ensure all mechanical work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards.
* Management of PSSR, PUWER, LOLER, and PED inspection and installation programs.
* Participate in safety audits and risk assessments.
* Implement recommendations from HAZOP studies to improve safety and efficiency.
Maintenance:
* Take ownership of escalated maintenance issues, carrying out trouble shooting and developing technical solutions to safety, process, and reliability issues.
* Feed into maintenance and shutdown planning.
* Develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods.
* Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues promptly to minimise downtime.
Projects:
* Plan, execute, and manage mechanical-biased projects ensuring they meet safety, quality, and budgetary requirements.
* Provide technical expertise and support for mechanical-related projects.
* Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met on time.
* Manage and oversee contractors and vendors for mechanical project work.
* Carry out detailed engineering design for mechanical systems and components.
* Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and regulations.
* Develop and review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation.
* Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance plant performance.
Key Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
* Proven engineering and maintenance experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, or petrochemical plant, particularly on a COMAH site.
* Key Job Skills:
* Excellent knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment.
* Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
* Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Effective communication and teamwork skills.
The Company offers a salary of £50-60,000 (dependent on experience). In addition, we offer:
* Contributory Group Personal Pension Scheme
* 26 holidays per annum in addition to 8 statutory holidays.
* Profit-related bonus scheme
* Death in Service Insurance
* Income Protection Insurance
* Employee Assistance Program
* Free on-site parking, including some electronic charge points for EV cars – free to use for employees
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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