Process Engineer

Process Engineer | West Thurrock | £45,000 - £50,000pa

I’m working with a large, established, market-leading business with multiple sites across the UK. It’s a company with real heritage, long-serving expertise across the workforce combined with a new generation of high-calibre talent.

They operate in a fast-paced, innovative environment and continue to invest in strengthening their engineering capability as they grow.

The Opportunity:

This is a Process Engineer role sitting within a strong engineering team, reporting directly into a Senior Process Engineer.

This position is very much getting hands-on with process engineering activities and playing a key role in supporting improvements across multiple sites.

Some of the key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and updating process engineering documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances)
• Supporting plant optimisation and troubleshooting
• Contributing to engineering improvement and capital projects
• Assisting with process safety activities (HAZOP, MOC, risk assessments)

It’s a great opportunity to be part of a business that’s already performing well, but is now focused on raising standards and driving consistency across its operations.

The successful candidate for the Process Engineer role will have the following background:

• Degree qualified in Chemical or Process Engineering
• A few years’ experience working as a Process Engineer
• Background in industries such as chemical, oil & gas, energy, or similar
• Exposure to process safety and regulated environments (COMAH experience is beneficial, but not essential)
• Comfortable working with core process documentation and calculations
• Working towards Chartership (or open to it - full support provided)

The Right Person

• Pragmatic and hands-on approach to engineering
• Works well as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Eager to learn, develop, and progress
• Motivated to drive positive change and continuous improvement

Why This Role?

You’ll be joining a business that’s:

• Investing in its people and offering clear development pathways
• Providing support toward Chartered Engineer status
• Giving you exposure to real projects, real plant, and real impact

This is an ideal role for someone looking to step into a progressive engineering environment where you can build experience, contribute meaningfully, and grow your career.

Keywords: Process Engineer, Process Engineering