Incineration Process Engineer

Burscough

8 months ago

Applications closed

Incineration Process Engineer

Salary to £65K + Pension + Medicash + Flexi start/finish

West Lancashire

Are you a specialist in thermal processes or combustion technologies, ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping innovative waste management solutions? We are recruiting a Process Engineer / Technologist to lead the development of cutting-edge incineration systems that make a global impact.

Join a highly respected manufacturer with a strong international presence, known for delivering robust thermal treatment solutions across diverse markets. Our client is experienced in providing technologies to aid agencies in regions of conflict or to support humanitarian efforts following disasters.

The Role:

This is a critical, strategic role within the engineering function. You will take ownership of the technical development of both new and existing incineration technologies, ensuring solutions remain efficient, compliant and ahead of the curve.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure excellence at every stage, from concept to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead feasibility studies, technical evaluations and innovation initiatives related to thermal processes
Provide expert guidance on combustion, emissions and incineration best practices and standards
Work with engineering team and participate in the design and development of incineration technologies
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, vendors and regulatory bodies
Contribute to technical documentation, including project specifications and design support
Advise customers directly on thermal process solutions and system capabilities
Drive the implementation of next-generation waste-to-energy technologies

Key Requirements:

Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related discipline
5-7 years' experience in a technology-led role within incineration, combustion, or waste-to-energy
Deep understanding of thermal systems, emissions, heat transfer and combustion dynamics
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Able to balance technical leadership with hands-on support and project involvement

Why Join?

A competitive salary including salary up to £65K, Medicash, 37.5 hr week and flexi start/finish
Be at the heart of a company solving real-world challenges in sustainable waste treatment
Join a collaborative and ambitious team with a global customer base
Work on a wide variety of technically complex projects, from concept to completion
Excellent development opportunities in a growing and innovative organisation

Interested? Apply Now

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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