486 Process Engineering jobs in the United Kingdom

Process Engineering Manager – Shape the Future of Advanced Materials Manufacturing

Based in Cambridge – World-Leading Chemtech Innovator

Are you ready to lead breakthrough engineering in a next-generation manufacturing environment? Working exclusively with my Client —an internationally renowned Chemtech leader headquartered in Cambridge—we are seeking an experienced Process Engineering Manager to drive excellence at their cutting-edge production facility.

This pivotal leadership role blends strategic vision with hands-on expertise, ensuring the seamless design, optimisation, and management of new and existing manufacturing processes. Here, innovation meets impact as you scale transformative technologies from lab to commercial reality.

What You’ll Do

• Own the operation and performance of a state-of-the-art, newly constructed manufacturing plant, ensuring world-class safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead scale-up efforts—drive the transition of novel products from R&D through pilot to full-scale production, transforming ideas into tangible market solutions.
• Elevate quality—implement robust controls, monitoring systems, and QA protocols to guarantee exceptional product consistency and performance.
• Champion optimization—unlock improvement in yield, throughput, energy efficiency, and waste reduction with Lean, Six Sigma, and the latest process tools.
• Deliver projects end-to-end—oversee equipment design, commissioning, validation, and ongoing performance for capital and process enhancements.
• Foster collaboration—work cross-functionally with R&D, QA, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure processes align with ambitious product goals.
• Promote best practice compliance & safety—lead the way with Health, Safety & Environmental standards, and regulatory adherence.
• Analyse & communicate—turn process data into strategic insights, driving performance and informed decisions at the highest level.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree-qualified: BSc or MSc in Chemical/Process Engineering (or related field).
• Proven experience: Minimum 7 years in process/manufacturing roles within chemical, pharma, or specialty materials sectors.
• Track record in plant management—you’ve run new facilities, overseen manufacturing operations, and scaled up innovative processes.
• Strong leadership—skilled at developing people and fostering high-performing teams.
• Hands-on with process control, instrumentation, and risk assessment (e.g., HAZOP).
• Quality & regulatory savvy—familiar with ISO, GMP, and rigorous compliance frameworks.

Desirable:

• PhD in a technical discipline
• Expertise with encapsulation, emulsion, or dispersion technologies
• Project management credentials (Prince2, PMP)
• Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt)

Why Join?
This is your opportunity to make your mark with a global leader at the forefront of sustainable advanced materials. Be instrumental in shaping processes and teams that set new industry standards—right from the heart of Cambridge’s innovation ecosystem.

Ready to take your process engineering leadership to the next level?
Apply today and help define the future of advanced manufacturing

Process Engineering Manager
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Advanced Manufacturing / Composites
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you a seasoned engineering professional with a passion for process optimisation and innovation? We are seeking a dynamic Process Engineering Manager to lead a team of talented engineers in enhancing manufacturing performance and driving continuous improvement in our state-of-the-art facility in Dubai .

Key Responsibilities:

• p>Lead and manage the Process Engineering team, setting clear objectives aligned with business priorities.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all production processes.

• Oversee the qualification of new materials to optimise throughput and reduce waste.

• Design, scale up, validate, and document manufacturing processes, ensuring best practices and regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Materials, Production, and Maintenance to resolve issues and implement robust solutions.

• Manage capital investment projects for process and equipment upgrades.

• Evaluate and introduce advanced technologies to increase manufacturing capability and efficiency.

• Support cost-saving initiatives through process and material optimisation.

• Prepare technical documentation including SOPs, reports, and presentations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

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• Minimum 7 years’ experience in the composites industry .

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• Proven leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams in a multicultural environment.

• Strong technical expertise in modern manufacturing techniques and lean Six Sigma methodologies.

• Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a cutting-edge organisation at the forefront of innovation in advanced composites.

• Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive culture with a commitment to technical excellence.

• Attractive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth in a thriving global hub.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level in one of the world’s most dynamic cities, apply now and become part of our mission to shape the future of advanced manufacturing.

Process Engineering Manager – Shape the Future of Advanced Materials Manufacturing

Based in Cambridge – World-Leading Chemtech Innovator

Are you ready to lead breakthrough engineering in a next-generation manufacturing environment? Working exclusively with my Client —an internationally renowned Chemtech leader headquartered in Cambridge—we are seeking an experienced Process Engineering Manager to drive excellence at their cutting-edge production facility.

This pivotal leadership role blends strategic vision with hands-on expertise, ensuring the seamless design, optimisation, and management of new and existing manufacturing processes. Here, innovation meets impact as you scale transformative technologies from lab to commercial reality.

What You’ll Do

• Own the operation and performance of a state-of-the-art, newly constructed manufacturing plant, ensuring world-class safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead scale-up efforts—drive the transition of novel products from R&D through pilot to full-scale production, transforming ideas into tangible market solutions.
• Elevate quality—implement robust controls, monitoring systems, and QA protocols to guarantee exceptional product consistency and performance.
• Champion optimization—unlock improvement in yield, throughput, energy efficiency, and waste reduction with Lean, Six Sigma, and the latest process tools.
• Deliver projects end-to-end—oversee equipment design, commissioning, validation, and ongoing performance for capital and process enhancements.
• Foster collaboration—work cross-functionally with R&D, QA, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure processes align with ambitious product goals.
• Promote best practice compliance & safety—lead the way with Health, Safety & Environmental standards, and regulatory adherence.
• Analyse & communicate—turn process data into strategic insights, driving performance and informed decisions at the highest level.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree-qualified: BSc or MSc in Chemical/Process Engineering (or related field).
• Proven experience: Minimum 7 years in process/manufacturing roles within chemical, pharma, or specialty materials sectors.
• Track record in plant management—you’ve run new facilities, overseen manufacturing operations, and scaled up innovative processes.
• Strong leadership—skilled at developing people and fostering high-performing teams.
• Hands-on with process control, instrumentation, and risk assessment (e.g., HAZOP).
• Quality & regulatory savvy—familiar with ISO, GMP, and rigorous compliance frameworks.

Desirable:

• PhD in a technical discipline
• Expertise with encapsulation, emulsion, or dispersion technologies
• Project management credentials (Prince2, PMP)
• Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt)

Why Join?
This is your opportunity to make your mark with a global leader at the forefront of sustainable advanced materials. Be instrumental in shaping processes and teams that set new industry standards—right from the heart of Cambridge’s innovation ecosystem.

Ready to take your process engineering leadership to the next level?
Apply today and help define the future of advanced manufacturing

Process Engineering Manager
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Advanced Manufacturing / Composites
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you a seasoned engineering professional with a passion for process optimisation and innovation? We are seeking a dynamic Process Engineering Manager to lead a team of talented engineers in enhancing manufacturing performance and driving continuous improvement in our state-of-the-art facility in Dubai .

Key Responsibilities:

• p>Lead and manage the Process Engineering team, setting clear objectives aligned with business priorities.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all production processes.

• Oversee the qualification of new materials to optimise throughput and reduce waste.

• Design, scale up, validate, and document manufacturing processes, ensuring best practices and regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Materials, Production, and Maintenance to resolve issues and implement robust solutions.

• Manage capital investment projects for process and equipment upgrades.

• Evaluate and introduce advanced technologies to increase manufacturing capability and efficiency.

• Support cost-saving initiatives through process and material optimisation.

• Prepare technical documentation including SOPs, reports, and presentations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

  /li>

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in the composites industry .

  /li>

• Proven leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams in a multicultural environment.

• Strong technical expertise in modern manufacturing techniques and lean Six Sigma methodologies.

• Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a cutting-edge organisation at the forefront of innovation in advanced composites.

• Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive culture with a commitment to technical excellence.

• Attractive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth in a thriving global hub.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level in one of the world’s most dynamic cities, apply now and become part of our mission to shape the future of advanced manufacturing.

Are you an experienced Process Engineer with a proven track record of leading and developing a team to deliver best in class process design and installation services across a range of highly regulated, process industries such as chemical, food, pharmaceutical, petrochemical and Oil & Gas?

If so, Adepto are delighted to be supporting one of our clients with the hire of a Process Engineering Manager to join their business in the Teesside area.

This role will sit on the engineering leadership team and play an integral part in providing solutions that are aligned with client needs and expectations and meet the necessary regulatory guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the process engineering team, fostering technical excellence and career progression.
li>Manage resource allocation and workload planning to meet project and business objectives.
• Provid  technical leadership in process design, safety studies (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL), and process optimisation activities.
• Develop a d maintain process engineering standards, procedures and best practices.
• Act as the discipline lead on major projects, ensuring alignment with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Liaise with clients to understand requirements and provide technical support during design and execution phases.
• Ensure c mpliance with UK regulations (COMAH, DSEAR, PED) and international standards.
• Supp rt business development through technical input to proposals and client presentations.
• Assis  with preparing technical specifications for procurement along with subsequent evaluation and selection for equipment and materials.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules and budgets.
• ead on process design and associated deliverables across all projects, managing simulations, calculations and optimisation.
• Provide t chnical support and commissioning advice through construction phases of projects.

Key Requirements

• BSc/M c in Process or Chemical Engineering, however candidates with considerable experience including several years in a leadership capacity will also be considered.
• Significant expe ience in process engineering within a range of highly regulated environments.
• Stron  understanding and knowledge of UK process safety regulations (COMAH, DSEAR, ATEX).
• Be an  xcellent communicator and collaborator across both internal and external stakeholders
• A wi lingness to travel and be present on sites and engage with clients, representing the company and identifying opportunities to add further value.

To register your interest please apply and if we consider your application to be suitable one of our team will be in touch to discuss further.

Please note, we are only able to consider applicants who are able to confirm and demonstrate they have the correct Right to Work status in the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications we anticipate for this role, unfortunately we are unable to respond to all application and will only engage with those we consider to be suitable. We apologise in advance if we do not progress with your application.

Technical & Process Engineering Manager
60,000 - 90,000 + Enhanced Bonus + Progression + Enhanced Company Benefits
Glasgow, Commutable From: East Kilbride, Motherwell, Larkhall, Paisley, Clydebank, Airdrie, Cumbernauld

Are you a Technical / Process Engineering Manager from a Chemical Manufacturing background? Are you looking for a key strategic role within a world leading organisation?

On offer is the chance to play a key role within a highly specialist plant, where you can implement your own ideas and leadership style to directly influence the success of this flagship UK site.

This is an excellent opportunity to become a key figure within a well-established leadership team. There will be further progression available as you serve time with the business to roles at the level of GM and Director.

In this role you will oversee 2 Process Engineers as direct reports, whilst collaborating across the different on site functions such as R&D, NPI, Maintenance, QHSE, ETC. Your responsibilities will include budget management and process improvements, departmental audits, managing technical compliance and staff coaching amongst other duties.

This role suits a Process Engineering Manager or similar from a Chemical Manufacturing background looking to play a key role within a highly successful site.

The Role:

• Monday - Friday, 37hr week
• x2 Process Engineers as direct reports
• working cross-functionally

The Person:

• Experience as a Process / Technical / Operations manager or similar
• Chemical Engineering background
• BEng qualified or above

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Technical & Process Engineering Manager
60,000 - 90,000 + Enhanced Bonus + Progression + Enhanced Company Benefits
Glasgow, Commutable From: East Kilbride, Motherwell, Larkhall, Paisley, Clydebank, Airdrie, Cumbernauld

Are you a Technical / Process Engineering Manager from a Chemical Manufacturing background? Are you looking for a key strategic role within a world leading organisation?

On offer is the chance to play a key role within a highly specialist plant, where you can implement your own ideas and leadership style to directly influence the success of this flagship UK site.

This is an excellent opportunity to become a key figure within a well-established leadership team. There will be further progression available as you serve time with the business to roles at the level of GM and Director.

In this role you will oversee 2 Process Engineers as direct reports, whilst collaborating across the different on site functions such as R&D, NPI, Maintenance, QHSE, ETC. Your responsibilities will include budget management and process improvements, departmental audits, managing technical compliance and staff coaching amongst other duties.

This role suits a Process Engineering Manager or similar from a Chemical Manufacturing background looking to play a key role within a highly successful site.

The Role:

• Monday - Friday, 37hr week
• x2 Process Engineers as direct reports
• working cross-functionally

The Person:

• Experience as a Process / Technical / Operations manager or similar
• Chemical Engineering background
• BEng qualified or above

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Technical & Process Engineering Manager
£60,000 - £90,000 + Enhanced Bonus + Progression + Enhanced Company Benefits
Glasgow, Commutable From: East Kilbride, Motherwell, Larkhall, Paisley, Clydebank, Airdrie, Cumbernauld

Are you a Technical / Process Engineering Manager from a Chemical Manufacturing background? Are you looking for a key strategic role within a world leading organisation?

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