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Chemical Engineer
for a Permanent role is
£50,000

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Chemical engineers design and develop large-scale chemical and physical production processes and are involved in the entire industrial process required for transforming raw materials into products.

QUALIFICATIONS

Production and process engineers usually possess an accredited university degree. After qualifying, periods of appropriate training and experience are required before membership of a chartered engineering institution. Incorporated engineers possess an accredited university degree, BTEC/SQA award or an apprenticeship leading to an NVQ/SVQ at Level 4. All routes are followed by periods of appropriate training and relevant experience.

TASKS

  • Studies existing and alternative production methods, regarding work flow, plant layout, types of machinery and cost.
  • Recommends optimum equipment and layout and prepares drawings and specifications.
  • Devises and implements production control methods to monitor operational efficiency.
  • Investigates and eliminates potential hazards and bottlenecks in production.
  • Advises management on and ensures effective implementation of new production methods, techniques and equipment.
  • Liaises with materials buying, storing and controlling departments to ensure a steady flow of supplies.
  • Undertakes research and develops processes to achieve physical and/or chemical change for oil, pharmaceutical, synthetic, plastic, food and other products.
  • Designs, controls and constructs process plants to manufacture products.

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