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Senior Chemical Engineer

Job description

Role Title: Senior Chemical Engineer 
Role Type: Permanent
Location: Limerick

We are seeking to recruit a Senior Chemical Engineer to join a Production Process team at a production facility based in Co. Limerick. The successful candidate will report to the Production Manager. The key responsibilities of the position are to provide technical assistance primarily for the production, but also for the maintenance departments.The role requires a strong technical background to interact with various departments at all stages of the production process.

Responsibilities: 
• Crushing and grinding (comminution) equipment
• Process performance including heat transfer applications, material/mass balances and process design
• Kiln Performance and Quality control issues
• Performance Monitoring and continuous process improvement
• Relevant Health and Safety issues
• Assist with projects and process improvement assignments
• Responsible for directing contractors on specific jobs or projects
• Assist with kiln overhauls, project startups and commissioning
• Resolve manufacturing problems and implementation of improvement programs
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of documented manuals/processes 

Requirements:
• A minimum of 3-4 years relevant experience in industry, together with a degree or similar qualification in a Chemical Engineering related discipline
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Proven technical skills and business acumen
• Project management experience and skills