Senior Chemical Engineer
West Midlands
Up to £60,000 + Benefits
Join a leading-edge manufacturer transforming speciality chemistry on a global scale
Are you a problem-solving, plant-savvy Chemical Engineer ready for your next big challenge?
This is a rare opportunity to take the reins from a retiring senior engineer and make your mark in a high-impact, hands-on role within a thriving chemical manufacturing environment.
This business is a key player in speciality chemical production — exporting globally, innovating constantly, and operating from a top-tier COMAH site with a strong culture of safety, quality, and technical excellence.
Why this role?
* Shape the future: Step into a legacy role and drive real improvements from day one
* Lead from the front: Supervise and mentor junior engineers while owning scale-up and process optimisation projects
* Stretch your skills: Dive deep into plant troubleshooting, safety systems, HAZOPs, and product innovation
* Join a tight-knit, expert team: This isn’t a corporate giant — it's a technically focused business where your voice is heard, and your expertise valued
What you’ll be doing:
* Spearheading plant modification and process development projects
* Leading hazard assessments, HAZOPs, and safety evaluations (DSEAR, SIL, LOPA)
* Collaborating with R&D, production, and engineering teams to bring new products to life
* Overseeing relief system sizing and implementing DIERS methodology
* Mentoring junior chemical engineers and acting as a key technical authority on-site
What we’re looking for:
* Degree-qualified Chemical Engineer with 5+ years’ industrial experience
* Strong working knowledge of COMAH regulations
* Solid practical experience in commissioning, scale-up and plant optimisation
* Exposure to DSEAR, LOPA, SIL, and relief system design
* A natural collaborator who thrives in a fast-moving, technically demanding environment
What’s in it for you?
* Up to £60,000 basic salary (flexibility for the right candidate)
* 25 days holiday + all UK Bank Holidays
* 40-hour week (Mon–Fri, typically 8am–4:30pm with some flexibility)
* Life assurance, paid sick scheme & BHSF health support
* Company pension scheme
* Be part of a genuinely exciting time of change and investment
This is your chance to make a lasting impact on a business that values deep technical knowledge and rewards initiative.
Do not wait — apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Initial shortlisting underway this week!