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Process Engineer

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: L40, Ring o' Bells, Lancashire

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Process Engineer
West Lancashire
£45,000 (dependent on experience)
Degree or Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering
DATS Recruitment is working on behalf of a leading global engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit a Process Engineer to join their Process & Mechanical Services Engineering team, based at their European Technical Centre in Lathom.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to complex, high-value capital projects worldwide, ranging from complete greenfield factory builds to major plant refurbishments and upgrades.
The Role
Reporting to the Process & Mechanical Services Section Head, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering total project engineering services across feasibility, design, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases.
Please note:
The role requires international travel and periods working on construction sites in the UK and overseas (typically 4–6 weeks at a time, with short returns to the UK), depending on project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
  * Produce mass and energy balances
  * Develop engineering drawings including PFDs and P&IDs
  * Lead and participate in process safety assessments (e.g. HAZOP, DSEAR)
  * Manage specification, procurement, FAT, installation and commissioning of process equipment and unit operations
  * Support and lead design, implementation, and commissioning phases of capital projects
  * Collaborate closely with R&D and manufacturing teams to improve coating processes
  * Manage and control contractors in the UK and overseas
  * Lead chemical commissioning of coating plants
  * Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary engineering team
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
  * 3 to 5 years post graduate experience in process engineering
  * Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Chemical Engineering
  * Knowledge of key legislation including COMAH, ATEX Directive and PED
  * Experience in chemical plant design and/or operations
Desirable:
  * Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering
  * Experience working on large-scale capital projects
Benefits
  * 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
  * Staff Bonus Scheme (up to 10% of basic salary, discretionary)
  * Group Personal Pension Plan with up to 8% employer contribution
  * Cycle to Work Scheme
  * Ongoing professional development
  * On-site fitness activities and events
  * On-site car parking and electric vehicle charging
  * On-site restaurant facilities
This employer is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can contribute to their full potential.
If you are a motivated Process Engineer ready to take on international engineering challenges, we encourage you to apply

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