Overview
Senior Process Engineer - Renewable Energy / Hydrothermal Technology — Cambridge, UK
Are you an experienced Process Engineer looking for a role with real technical autonomy and impact? This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of green energy by designing and delivering breakthrough hydrothermal technology that converts waste carbon into sustainable fuels, chemicals, and gases. You will play a central role in developing and commissioning a pioneering green methanol plant, working across the full lifecycle from concept and design through to delivery. With plenty of industry experience, you will bring technical expertise and leadership to a small but highly skilled team, with scope to grow into a specialist or leadership position as the company scales.
What you’ll do:
* Lead process engineering input from concept through FEED and execution
* Develop PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances, and equipment specifications
* Optimise designs for efficiency, operability, and safety compliance
* Take part in HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, and other key safety reviews
* Support procurement, construction, and commissioning activities
* Collaborate with EPC contractors, OEMs, and project teams
* Mentor junior engineers and help build process engineering capability
About you
* Degree in chemical engineering (Chartered status desirable)
* Strong background in hydrogen production, electrolysis, or related industries (oil & gas, industrial gases, etc.)
* Solid knowledge of process safety and design standards
* Skilled problem solver, adaptable to dynamic project environments
* Excellent communicator with a collaborative mindset
What’s on offer
* Competitive salary + stock options
* Employer pension scheme
* Flexible working hours
* 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays & your birthday off)
* Annual personal development budget
* Cutting-edge tools & hardware
* Chance to be an early team member in a fast-growing clean-tech company
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