Chemical Process Engineer

The role of Laboratory Process Engineer is to provide a high level of process support to the company Sales, Engineering, Spares and Service Departments and to carry out research and development activities to improve the range of products and develop new areas of application.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced team, with lots of continued professional development opportunities and planned career progression.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Centrifuge test work on customer samples both in the TBS process laboratory and on-site.

The role will involve work on customer sites in the UK and also overseas.

Research and development projects to explore new applications, new centrifuge developments and improvements to the existing range of centrifuges.

Review requests for quotations received by the Sales Department and recommend appropriate machine sizes and specifications to meet the clients’ requirements. Provide supporting process information for incorporation into sales quotations.

Preparation of mass balances, process flow diagrams, centrifuge scale-up and sizing calculations and process guarantees.

Assist and advise on the suitability of equipment upstream and downstream of the centrifuge including line sizing, valve and pump specifications.

Centrifuge process commissioning and optimisation.

Working in accordance with the company’s ISO9001 accreditation, COSHH and other health and safety procedures.

Maintain detailed written records of test work and prepare laboratory test reports.

Maintain a high level of internal housekeeping and health and safety standards within the laboratory area.

Skills and Qualifications:

· Degree in Chemical / Process Engineering or equivalent qualification.

· Minimum 2 years’ experience in the process, industrial filtration or centrifugation industries.

· Relevant experience in the process, industrial filtration or centrifugation industries.

· Knowledge of solid/liquid separation processes.

· Good written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work and communicate with colleagues and clients at all levels.

· Ability to effectively manage time and meet required deadlines.

· Willingness to travel both in the UK and overseas.

Remuneration:

Full-time Pay: £40,000.00 - £55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• Enhanced maternity leave

• Free parking

• Health & wellbeing programme

• On-site parking

• Private medical insurance

If you have the skills and experience required, please apply with an up-to-date CV and we’ll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail