Chemical Engineer

CK Group are recruiting for a Chemical Engineer, to join a chemicals and materials manufacturer, at their site based near Sheffield, on a full time, permanent basis.

The Company:

Our client is a leading provider of specialty metals, alloys and materials. They now have a requirement for an experienced Chemical Engineer to join their team. This person will design, develop, and optimise chemical processes for the large-scale production of chemicals. Reporting to the Technical Project Manager, the Chemical Engineer will work independently and there may be some travel required.

The company offers a salary in the range of £40,000-£55,000 depending on experience, pension scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus a range of benefits including but not limited to: holiday buy scheme, private health, cycle to work scheme, gym, employee volunteering policy, electric charging points.

Location:

The Chemical Engineer will be based at the company's site near Sheffield, easily commutable from Barnsley, Doncaster, Chesterfield, Rotherham and Worksop.

Chemical Engineer Role:

Your main duties will be to:

• Oversee the design, construction, and operation of new chemical facilities or expansions.
• Work with the technical, engineering, accounts and project management teams to manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Ensure quality control standards are met during the production process.
• Conduct experiments and simulations to improve existing processes or create new processes.
• Analyse production processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Use data and analysis to optimise system efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
• Implement new technologies and methods to improve process sustainability and reduce environmental impact.
• Collaborate with the technology and quality teams to create new chemical products or improve existing ones.
• Evaluate new materials and technologies for potential application in production processes.

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in process design and chemical manufacturing.
• Specific experience in speciality chemical manufacturing and metallurgical industries is required.
• Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat/mass transfer and laboratory techniques.
• Be comfortable with occasional business travel to the US.

For more information please reach out and quote reference 163611 in correspondence.

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