Chemical Engineer in Southampton, Hampshire

Chemical Engineer

Drive Process Excellence. Lead Continuous Improvement. Make a Real Impact.

We are seeking an experienced Chemical/Process Engineer to play a pivotal role in a complex chemical manufacturing operation. This is an opportunity for a motivated chemical engineering professional to lead process optimisation initiatives, improve operational performance, and support a strong culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. 

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Engineering & Maintenance function, you will act as the site's lead chemical engineering professional, providing technical expertise across manufacturing operations, capital projects, plant modifications, and process improvement activities. You will work closely with operational teams to identify and implement efficiencies that enhance safety, reliability, sustainability, and profitability.  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering activities across manufacturing operations.
• Identify and deliver opportunities to improve plant performance, efficiency and reliability.
• Support and drive continuous improvement programmes.
• Provide technical input into engineering projects and plant modifications.
• Ensure compliance with process safety and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and maintenance teams to optimise operational performance.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators and reporting systems.
• Support change management processes and provide technical approval where required.
• Contribute to resource efficiency initiatives and cost improvement programmes.
• Participate in emergency response and incident investigation activities as required.

About You

You will be a degree-qualified Chemical Engineer (or equivalent) with proven experience within a chemical manufacturing environment and a passion for driving operational excellence.

Ideal Background:

• Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered status or working towards professional accreditation is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years' experience within chemical manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of process safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience delivering continuous improvement and process optimisation projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to influence site-wide operational performance.
• High-profile role with significant visibility across the business.
• Diverse and engaging engineering projects.
• Collaborative and supportive manufacturing environment.
• Genuine opportunity to drive continuous improvement and long-term business success.

Ready to make a measurable impact within a leading chemical manufacturing operation? Apply today to learn more.