Chemical Engineer for Pilot Plant Development and Operation
Seloxium Limited Oxford Full-time
Seloxium Limited is a dynamic and inclusive spin-out company that originated from the prestigious University of Oxford. Our mission is to revolutionize the clean growth and circular economy sectors in mining and refining. Through our ground-breaking 'selective flocculation' technology, we are selectively recovering valuable metals from water streams at various processing stages.
This innovative approach aims to transform the conventional methods of mining, refining, and processing metals, providing a more sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for metal resource recovery and reuse.
Within industrial process wastewaters and mine tailings, there lies a wealth of precious and strategically important metals, such as gold, platinum, and rare-earth metals. Unfortunately, existing technologies encounter difficulties in efficiently and cost-effectively removing these metals, leading to their discharge as 'sludge' and subsequent environmental loss.At Seloxium, we are paving the way with our cutting-edge Selectal range of technologies. This technology selectively extract, flocculate, and recover a wide variety of valuable metals from process or waste streams. Our ground-breaking 'Aqua Mining' of valuable metals from aqueous streams using Selectal not only combats environmental pollution but also transforms process effluent treatment plants into lucrative 'resource recovery factories'.
To learn more about us, please visit our website: www.seloxium.com
Seloxium is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Chemical Engineer for an exciting position involving scale-up and Pilot Plant Research, Development, and Operation. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for conducting research, designing experiments, and overseeing the operation of pilot plants to optimize chemical processes and drive innovation by developing new products.Join us in pushing the boundaries of the chemical field and making a significant impact in the forefront of advancements and innovations.
Responsibilities- Research, design, and develop innovative production processes
- Install, commission, maintain, and inspect cutting-edge equipment and facilities
- Apply chemical engineering expertise to design, coordinate and conduct comprehensive pilot plant tests
- Analyse test data meticulously to derive meaningful conclusions
- Evaluate existing processes and devise enhancements to boost efficiency, product quality, safety, and sustainability
- Routinely calibrate and troubleshoot instruments to ensure accurate readings
- Perform meticulous chemical analysis and physical property testing of materials and products
- Establish rigorous standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize chemical processes, drive efficiency, and foster innovation
- Operate and maintain pilot plant equipment meticulously, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations and standards
- Analyse experimental data thoroughly and compile detailed reports, presenting findings and recommendations
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during pilot plant operations
- Devise and implement process improvements
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in chemical engineering and pilot plant technologies.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field , equivalent to achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours level in the UK.
- Proven experience in conducting scale up and pilot plant research, development, and operation.
- Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, process optimization, and equipment design.
- Experience in executing chemical process design and generating process design packages including:
- Material and energy balances and process flow diagrams (PFD)
- Development of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID) from PFDs
- Utility specification, flow, and distribution
- Preliminary sizing and specification of equipment and instruments
- Hazard, safety, and sustainability analysis
- Proficiency in using software tools and simulation models for process analysis and optimization.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Effective communication and presentation skills, with the capacity to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience in coordinating and collaborating with other engineering/scientific disciplines to deliver physically engineered systems.
- Willingness to travel and operate pilot plants at various sites.
- Knowledge of coagulation and flocculation processes within the mining, refining, or wastewater industry sectors.
- Familiarity with process improvement methodologies.
- Direct experience with chemical engineering simulation packages like ASPEN.
- Attractive salary and extensive benefits package
- Private healthcare and a generous pension plan
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Achieve work-life balance with regular working hours and minimal travel
- Specific salary ranges will be discussed during the interview process
- Additional perks including 25 paid holidays, flexible working arrangements, staff social events, and a cycle-to-work scheme
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