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Engineering Manager

Job in Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listing for: Element Solutions Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-11
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Quality Engineering, Process Engineer, Safety Engineer, Operations Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 90000 GBP Yearly GBP 70000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

Mac Dermid Enthone Industrial Solutions operates as a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose businesses supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day.

Mac Dermid Enthone Industrial Solutions is a global supplier of industrial metal and plastic finishing chemistries. We primarily design and manufacture chemical systems that protect and decorate surfaces. Our high-performance functional coatings improve resistance to wear and tear, such as hard chrome plating of shock absorbers for cars, or provide corrosion resistance for appliance parts. Our decorative performance coatings apply finishes for parts in various end markets such as automotive interiors or jewelry surfaces.

As part of our broader sustainable solutions platform, we also provide both chemistry and equipment for turnkey wastewater treatment, and recycle and reuse solutions. Our industrial customer base is highly diverse and includes customers in the following end markets: appliances and electronics; automotive parts; industrial parts; plumbing goods; construction equipment; and transportation equipment.

We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'-our '5C's';
Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?

The Engineering Manager is accountable for the safe design, integrity, modification, and performance of plant assets at an Upper‑Tier COMAH chemical site. The role provides senior technical leadership to ensure major accident hazards are identified, controlled, and reduced to ALARP, while supporting reliable production, capital investment, and long‑term site sustainability.

The position is a key duty‑holder role with direct responsibility for Process Safety Management (PSM) systems, Safety Report content, and engagement with the HSE Competent Authority.

What will you be doing?

Upper‑Tier COMAH & Process Safety Leadership

  • Act as a senior site leader for Upper‑Tier COMAH compliance, ensuring all engineering activities meet regulatory and company requirements.
  • Own or provide accountable input into the COMAH Safety Report, including:
  • Ensure risks are reduced to ALARP and that safety arguments remain valid through the asset lifecycle.
  • Lead and sponsor HAZOP, MOC’s, etc.
  • Ensure effective design, testing, and maintenance of Safety Instrumented Functions (SIFs) and SIL‑rated systems.
  • Support Competent Authority inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions.

Engineering Governance & Technical Authority

  • Act as the site engineering technical authority, approving engineering standards, designs, and deviations.
  • Define and maintain site engineering standards aligned with legislation, industry best practice, and corporate requirements.
  • Ensure engineering competence requirements are defined, assessed, and maintained.
  • Ensure all contractor competence requirements are defines, assessed, and maintained.
  • Provide expert judgement on high‑risk engineering decisions affecting MAHs.
What will you be doing?

Management of Change (MOC) & Plant Modifications

  • Own and enforce robust Management of Change processes for all permanent and temporary changes.
  • Ensure all modifications are properly risk‑assessed, documented, and approved before implementation.
  • Confirm changes are reflected in:
  • P&IDs and technical drawings
  • Operating procedures
  • Safety Report and MAH assessments

Capital Projects & Investment Delivery

  • Lead major capital projects from concept through commissioning and handover.
  • Ensure inherently safer design principles are applied at early project stages.
  • Manage project risk, cost, schedule, and contractor performance.
  • Ensure compliance with COMAH, ATEX, PSSR, DSEAR, and environmental requirements throughout project execution.
What will you be doing?

Asset Integrity & Reliability

  • Ensure robust Asset Integrity Management Systems…
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