Lead Process Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and visionary Lead Process Engineer to guide their technical team in Southampton . This senior position is central to driving innovation and excellence in process design and execution for a range of chemical projects. You will be responsible for leading engineering efforts, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring that all projects meet stringent safety, quality, and environmental standards. Working within a hybrid model, this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of process engineering within the company, contributing to challenging and rewarding projects that have a real-world impact, based in the dynamic coastal city of Southampton .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex chemical processes from conceptualization through to commissioning.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of process engineers, fostering skill development and best practice adherence.
• Oversee the creation and review of process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications.
• Conduct rigorous process hazard analyses (PHAs) and implement mitigation strategies to ensure operational safety.
• Manage project scope, budgets, and timelines, ensuring successful project delivery in collaboration with project managers.
• Act as a key technical liaison with clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies, representing the company's engineering capabilities.

Requirements

• Chartered Engineer status (e.g., CEng) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering, with significant experience in a lead or supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of process design principles, simulation tools, and project lifecycle management.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and leading engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, environmental protection, and health and safety standards.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and comprehensive bonus scheme.
• Hybrid work model supporting work-life integration.
• Premium private healthcare and dental coverage.
• Top-tier company pension plan.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, international travel, and career progression.