Process Operations Engineer

Nuada is looking for a process operations engineer to join our expanding team! We have two pilot carbon capture plants currently operating in the UK. We require a process operations engineer to operate and help optimise plant performance under the supervision of our shift leads. This role will be based at existing plant sites. This will be a challenging yet rewarding role that will require a passion to drive things through to completion and work as part of a team developing the next generation of carbon capture technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver assigned operational tasks and priorities as directed by the Team Lead.
• Provide deputy support to the Team Lead during periods of absence or increased operational demand.
• Assist in maintaining stable plant operation in line with trial and operational schedules.
• Support safe and reliable plant operations through routine monitoring and control of process systems.
• Elaboration of process data to gain insights into process performance and support troubleshooting of operational issues.
• Assist with identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across site activities.
• Support the implementation of safe working practices.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with site safety standards and procedures.
• Participate in commissioning, decommissioning, and other site readiness activities as required.
• Act as a key point of contact for local site operational matters and cross-functional coordination.
• Contribute to daily operational meetings and communicate relevant site updates effectively.
• Support the management of site waste, housekeeping, and general workplace standards.
• Assist in maintaining site compliance through coordination of routine inspections, checks, and calibrations.
• Ensure operational documentation, records, and management of change processes are completed in line with site requirements.

Requirements

• Willing to work daily shift pattern.
• Prior experience in chemical plants is desirable.
• Good mechanical competence.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, environment requiring flexibility and pragmatism.
• Ability to work effectively on own initiative as well as contribute within a team environment.
• This position is not eligible for Skilled Workers visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the legal work right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Benefits

• Full-time.
• Competitive salary and equity package.
• 25 days annual leave plus the 10 statutory holidays in NI and your birthday off each year.
• Pension - 5% employer contribution.
• Private medical insurance.Life insurance and income protection.
• The opportunity to continue to develop both personally and professionally, in our rapidly growing company.
• A brilliant company culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and positivity at work.
• Working on projects where your skills can quickly make an impact.
• Recognition for delivering a new, world-leading, technology.