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 01242 591 068 or email a CV to grady@owendaniels.co.uk