Senior Process Engineer – Cement

Job title:

Senior Process Engineer – Cement

Company

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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United Kingdom

Job date

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 04:50:11 GMT

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