Process Engineer

Process Engineer (FMCG Process Equipment)

Location:

Peterborough

Rate: £40 - £50 per hour (LTD Company Outside IR35)

6‑Month Rolling Contract

We are seeking a Process Engineer to join the Engineering team to support the demands of the growing business in liquid and powder process solution equipment. The role supports liquid and powder process engineering projects across food, beverage, brewery, bakery, dairy and utility applications, delivering high‑quality cradle‑to‑grave design outputs that meet industry standards and customer requirements. You will work within a multidisciplinary project team, contributing your own engineering ideas while ensuring designs are practical, economical and suitable for manufacture and installation.

• Execute process engineering design activities, such as specifying pump & heat exchanger characteristics, and implementation of hygienic design standards.
• Aid with developing Process Engineering standards and procedures.
• Aid with developing accurate detailed calculations, process engineering datasheets and drawings to specify the process engineering requirements of our technologies.
• Develop new process technology working closely with the Engineering teams and R&D group.
• Provide customer assistance to develop Basic Engineering Packages, including process parameters, preparation/checking of heat and mass balances, process specifications, P&t and process safety design.
• Ensure all process design, development & validation, etc. is managed in accordance with the Quality Management System.
• Produce specifications and performance data sheets for process equipment and instrumentation upon commissioning.
• Develop and maintain P&IDs through the entire life cycle of a project.
• Prepare Process Risk Assessments.
• Prepare commissioning documentation and participate in commissioning tasks.
• Carry out surveys at site visits.

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related discipline (2:1 or equivalent preferred).
• Minimum 3 years Solid Works and AutoCAD experience.
• Practical experience in Process, FMCG, food, beverage, pharmaceutical or chemical equipment design.
• Pro‑active attitude towards engineering design with technical safety and environmental aspects.
• Proven level of competence with process engineering calculations.
• Display analytical, engineering and innovation skills to drive the base, extend the offering and identify opportunities for step‑out growth.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in written and verbal form.

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