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Junior Process Engineer

Knutsford
3 days ago
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Junior Process Engineer

Chemical Manufacturing

Competitive Salary, Generous Package & Career Development Pathway including a route to Chartership

Are you ready to accelerate your engineering career with a business that is shaping the future of advanced manufacturing? We are looking for a driven and ambitious Junior Process Engineer to join the high-performing technical team of a global market leader.

This isn't just a job, this a unique opportunity for somebody who wants to build their career in chemical engineering with a company who can offer a realistic pathway to senior leadership in process engineering.

About the Role:

As part of a structured succession plan, this role is key to the long-term strength of engineering capability at this site. You will gain hands-on experience with complex chemical processes, working alongside experienced professionals and learning from the best. With a strong focus on efficiency, reliability, and innovation, you will support real-time manufacturing improvements that make a global impact.

The business can offer a clear route to chartership, supported by experienced mentors, project opportunities and exposure to industry-leading manufacturing systems.

Key tasks:

Delivering process engineering support including fault diagnosis, root cause analysis and resolving plant problems
Collection and analysis and reporting of data
Working on a wide range of projects including; process optimisation, reliability improvements, pilot plant development and upgrades
Analysing and solving technical problems with a focus on sustainability and efficiency
Collaborating across departments to implement technical improvements
Lead and contribute to Risk Assessments, COSHH, DSEAR, PUWER and HAZOPS

Requirements:

A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Process Engineering or similar Scientific discipline
Minimum of 1 year experience in industry or a relevant industrial placement
Proven technical competence and ability to understand complex chemical processes and operating plants
A strong interest in chemical process development and optimisation
A natural problem-solver with excellent communication and analytical skills
A drive to grow, develop and become chartered

What's in It for You?

A competitive salary and great package including; 27 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, flexi hours, death in service x4, 37.5-hour week
Sponsorship to achieve chartered status and funded qualifications
Join a respected and stable employer with a global reputation
Work in a supportive environment that nurtures future leaders
Be part of a progressive company that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development

** Unfortunately, our client does not hold a licence to sponsor any candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK, now or in the near future **

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes

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