Process Engineer

Warrington
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Process Engineer (Engineer, Senior & Principal level)

Location: UK - Warrington (Leicester and Bristol also options)

Sector: Nuclear

Type: Permanent

About the Opportunity

Our client is a leading organisation within the UK nuclear sector, delivering complex, high-value projects across fuel reprocessing, next-generation civil nuclear new build, and critical defence programmes.

Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking Process Engineers at Engineer, Senior Engineer, and Principal Engineer levels to join their expanding teams.

The Role

As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and optimisation of complex process systems within highly regulated environments.

Responsibilities will vary depending on level but may include:

Process design and development for nuclear facilities and systems

Production of key engineering deliverables (e.g., PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances, process calculations)

Supporting safety case development and hazard identification studies (HAZOP, ALARP assessments, etc.)

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams

Ensuring compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements and industry standards

Technical problem-solving across the full project lifecycle (concept through to commissioning)At Senior and Principal levels, additional responsibilities may include:

Technical leadership and mentoring of junior engineers

Leading complex work packages or projects

Stakeholder engagement with clients, regulators, and internal teams

Driving best practice and continuous improvement

About You

Engineer Level

Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Experience in process engineering within a regulated industry

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Senior Engineer Level

Significant experience in process engineering roles

Proven delivery of engineering design work packages

Experience within highly regulated environments (e.g., nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, chemicals)

Ability to guide and support junior engineers

Principal Engineer Level

Extensive experience leading process engineering activities

Strong track record in complex project delivery

Nuclear industry experience is highly desirable at this level

Demonstrated leadership, technical authority, and stakeholder management capability

Chartered engineer (or close to achieving chartership)

Desirable Experience (All Levels)

Nuclear sector experience

Experience in safety case development and regulatory compliance

Familiarity with UK nuclear standards and regulatory frameworksCandidates from other highly regulated industries (e.g., oil & gas, petrochemical, pharmaceutical) are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly at Engineer and Senior levels.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to work on nationally critical infrastructure projects

Clear career progression pathways across all levels

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Support for professional development and chartership

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