Senior Process Engineer - Cement (EXPIRED)

Where

Stockport

Type

Permanent

Salary

70000 Annual

Senior Process Engineer - Cement

Very Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Location: Buxton, Derbyshire (commutable from Sheffield, Macclesfield, Matlock, Chesterfield, Rotherham, Huddersfield, Oldham, Stockport, Warrington)

Are you a cement process optimisation expert ready to lead innovation, boost efficiency, and support decarbonisation at one of the UK's most technically advanced cement plants?

We're hiring a Senior Process Engineer for a nationally significant cement facility located near Buxton, Derbyshire. The site features a state-of-the-art pre-calciner kiln, automated sampling, and advanced digital control system. This is a strategic role with strong progression potential and a chance to drive performance and sustainability at scale.

The Role: You'll collaborate with cross-functional engineering, production, and quality teams to:

Optimise kiln and clinker performance, reduce heat and power consumption

Lead initiatives to boost alternative fuel substitution (e.g. SRF, MBM)

Support decarbonisation and emissions targets in line with net-zero goals

Contribute to a multi-year CAPEX and plant debottlenecking programme

Use real-time data from DCS, PI systems, and PXP (FLS expert systems) to analyse plant performance

Prepare for the integration of AI-driven predictive control technologies

Engage in technical audits and cross-site knowledge sharing

Play a key role in future projects like carbon capture, calcined clays, and low-clinker cement innovation

Requirements:

Degree-qualified in chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field

Minimum 5 years of cement process experience in a continuous, high-output environment

Skilled in kiln operations, clinker quality management, and process data analytics

Familiar with emissions targets, sustainability metrics, and energy efficiency initiatives

Hands-on experience with DCS/PI/PXP platforms; SCADA or model predictive control is a plus

Strong ownership mindset and commitment to continuous improvement

Collaborative approach with leadership potential

Salary & Benefits:

Very Competitive salary depending on experience

Annual bonus and private healthcare

Pension scheme

Relocation support and visa sponsorship may be considered

Full support for IChemE chartership

This is a career-defining opportunity to shape the technical performance of a key UK cement plant and contribute to the industry's net-zero journey.

Apply now quoting #(phone number removed) to learn more about how your cement process expertise could drive innovation and operational excellence.

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