Chemical Process Engineer

Job Title: Chemical Process Engineer
Location: Stonehouse, Gloucester
Salary: DOE
Reports To: Technical Director
Job Type: Full-Time

Equipment Operation and Optimization:

• Setup, validate and monitor wet chemical processes.
• Program and adjust parameters to optimize performance and quality.
• Own and maintain process control strategies across multiple wet process lines (Pre-clean, DES, Electroplating, Surface Finishing).
• Define and document work instructions and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain and optimize chemical dosing and replenishment systems to ensure chemical stability and bath performance.

Process Development and Improvement:

• Analyse production data to identify areas for improvement.
• Implement process changes to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement process changes and validate improvements.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) with process capability evaluations and risk assessments.
• Monitor, analyse, and improve key process parameters, using statistical process control tools.
• Interface with equipment and chemical suppliers to evaluate and introduce new process technologies.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Perform routine maintenance on wet process lines.
• Liaise with maintenance team for servicing, repairs and upgrades.
• Support root cause investigations for process deviations.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Support in COSHH and Risk assessment generation.
• Stay updated on industry standards and best practices.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including chemical storage.
• Manage waste chemical collections.
• Communication with chemical and waste management suppliers

skills

• Strong understanding of chemical wet process line operation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with chemical auto-dosing systems, including setup and calibration.
• Experience in laboratory working methods.
• Technical troubleshooting, process optimisation & validation.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM and understanding of technical drawings.
• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to drive projects independently.
• Proficient in using data collection systems, process monitoring software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with SPC tools, 5S, Six Sigma and root cause analysis.
• Documentation and record-keeping.
• Safety and environmental compliance.
• Fast learner with a strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Self-disciplined and able to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• NVQ and BTEC training levels with a high level of experience within chemical engineering will be considered.

Experience

• Experience in electronic, PCB or general complex manufacturing environment.
• strong focus on wet chemical processing, preferably in PCB or flexible circuit manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of wet chemistry, chemical interactions, and solution stability in manufacturing environments.
• Proven expertise in operating and controlling metal etching, plating, and surface treatment lines.
• Experience with automated chemical dosing and bath monitoring systems.
• Experience controlling and maintaining waste-water treatment systems using ionic exchange vessels.
• Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations related to chemical handling and disposal

package

• Salary: competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension: matched up to 10% (5% employee, 5% employer).

For more information please contact Grady Izatt on (phone number removed) or email a CV to (url removed)

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