Martin Veasey Talent Solutions
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Senior Process Engineer – Cement
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Martin Veasey Talent Solutions
Job description
ApplyManufacturing & Engineering£ £Very Competitive + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsLocation:Senior Process Engineer – Cement£Very Competitive + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsLocation: 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 #3146908 to learn more about how your cement process expertise could drive innovation and operational excellence.
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Sun, 13 Apr 2025 04:50:11 GMT
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