Senior Process Engineer – Contract Role Location: Cheshire, UK Contract Type: Inside IR35 Duration: 12 months Working Pattern: 5 days/week on-site Are you an experienced Chartered Chemical Engineer with over 15 years of expertise in process engineering?
Do you have a proven track record of managing high-hazard installations and leading technical teams?
A leading chemical manufacturing company is seeking a seasoned Senior Process Engineer to take on a critical leadership role at one of its major UK sites.
About the Role This senior-level position is pivotal to ensuring Basis of Safety compliance and driving technical excellence for high-hazard assets, including pipelines and COMAH installations.
As a key leader, you will: - Provide Technical Leadership: Direct the site's technical team, ensuring world-class SHE standards and effective implementation of technical improvements.
- Manage Team & Projects: Oversee a team of experienced process engineers, development scientists, and contractors, driving operational and technical advancements to meet business and manufacturing objectives.
- Act as PE Design Authority: Ensure all process engineering work adheres to legislation and internal standards.
- Collaborate Across Stakeholders: Work with cross-functional teams, regulatory authorities, and external stakeholders to influence decision-making at all levels, including executive leadership.
- Drive Operational Excellence: Develop and sustain technical expertise to optimize current operations and support the development of future assets.
Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement asset strategies aligned with business and manufacturing goals.
- Lead manufacturing improvement projects to deliver SHE, production, and cost objectives.
- Maintain compliance with safety regulations and other legal requirements.
- Guide technical activities to ensure optimal performance of assets and alignment with industry best practices.
- Act as a subject-matter expert and provide consultancy across global operations.
Requirements - Chartered Chemical Engineer with extensive industry experience (15+ years) in senior process engineering roles.
- Deep expertise in process design, troubleshooting, and plant operations in high-hazard environments.
- Strong understanding of technical SHE leadership and experience with safety regulations.
- Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage complex projects under tight budget/resource constraints.
- Experience engaging with regulatory authorities and other external stakeholders.
Why Join?
This is a major asset within a global portfolio, operating as a Top Tier COMAH installation.
This role offers a unique opportunity to lead technical excellence, influence strategic decisions, and drive innovation at a highly significant site.