PT Engineer

Location: Barnsley, UK
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Reporting To: Quality Manager

As a PT Engineer, you'll play a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by providing process expertise, troubleshooting plant issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across our production facilities. Working closely with Production, Quality, Technical, Planning, Engineering, and HSE teams, you will help deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes while supporting the introduction of new products and technologies.

In this role, you will:

• Provide technical process support and real-time troubleshooting for manufacturing operations to maintain safe, efficient, and reliable production.
• Monitor plant performance and proactively identify opportunities to improve safety, product quality, process efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects focused on process optimization, productivity, energy reduction, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate the successful scale-up and introduction of new products, working collaboratively with Technical, Production, Quality, and Planning teams.
• Conduct raw material evaluations, laboratory trials, process assessments, and analytical investigations to support product and process improvements.
• Participate in hazard studies, management of change (MOC) activities, root cause investigations, and site safety initiatives.
• Manage and maintain production batch documentation, process specifications, and SAP transactions to support manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Support the development and improvement of analytical methods used to monitor and control manufacturing processes.
• Champion Lubrizol's commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure seamless communication and execution of projects and operational priorities.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related science or engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and project management skills with the ability to deliver practical solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions.
• Excellent planning, organization, and time management capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach to technical work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general IT systems.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and data-driven problem solving.
• Experience using SAP within a manufacturing or quality environment.
• Knowledge of dispersion milling processes, digital printing technologies, or textile coating manufacturing.
• Experience using analytical instrumentation such as viscometers, particle size analysers, or similar laboratory equipment.
• Previous experience supporting chemical manufacturing, process engineering, or production operations.

At Lubrizol, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work. In this role, your work environment may include:

• Working within laboratory and manufacturing settings with appropriate PPE provided.
• Frequent interaction with production operations and manufacturing processes.
• Use of computer systems, SAP, analytical equipment, and digital tools.
• Participation in plant-based investigations, trials, and continuous improvement projects.
• Adherence to rigorous safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business and operational objectives.

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your wellbeing, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience.

At Lubrizol, we support your professional and personal growth through a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Pension and retirement savings opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression and growth opportunities
• Inclusive culture and community engagement initiatives