At Meinhardt UK and Ireland, we are part of a global multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering cutting-edge engineering and project management services. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, we provide integrated design solutions for some of the most complex and high-performance buildings and infrastructure globally.

To support the growing demand for process and systems engineering expertise, we are seeking a Chemical Engineer – Processing Systems to join our London office. This role will support a range of UK and international projects involving critical systems, industrial processes, and complex building infrastructure.

Primary Responsibilities

Project Role

The Chemical Engineer – Processing Systems will be responsible for the design, analysis, and optimisation of chemical and fluid-based systems within a variety of built environment projects. These may include cleanrooms, pharmaceutical facilities, advanced manufacturing plants, laboratories, energy centres, or specialist HVAC and filtration systems. You will play a key role in delivering process solutions that meet stringent performance, safety, and sustainability requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Process Design and Analysis

• Develop and design chemical and fluid processing systems including process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications.
• Conduct process simulations, mass and energy balances, and system optimisations.
• Specify and evaluate pumps, heat exchangers, filtration units, piping, valves, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Ensure designs meet operational, regulatory, and safety requirements for specialised environments (e.g., GMP, ISO cleanroom standards).

Technical Coordination

• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, architectural, and environmental engineers to ensure integrated system design.
• Provide technical input across all project stages – from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Support the development of control and automation strategies for process systems.

Project Delivery

• Assist in planning and delivering high-quality engineering solutions in line with project budgets and timelines.
• Support technical reviews, HAZOP/HAZID studies, and risk assessments.
• Participate in on-site inspections, commissioning support, and troubleshooting of installed systems.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with clients, contractors, and equipment vendors to ensure technical alignment and project success.
• Attend design meetings, workshops, and site visits as required.
• Present clear, professional documentation and technical reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Innovation and Sustainability

• Promote the integration of sustainable design principles and low-energy technologies within process systems.
• Explore and apply emerging technologies such as heat recovery systems, water reuse, and carbon capture as appropriate to project needs.
• Support research and innovation initiatives within the processing systems and engineering team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Chemical Engineering (MEng/BEng) or equivalent; postgraduate qualifications advantageous.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working toward Chartership (IChemE preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in chemical/process systems design in the built environment, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or energy sectors.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and process safety.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., ISO, ASME, GEP, GMP, PED, ATEX).
• Proficiency in process simulation tools such as Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD, or equivalent.
• Experience with multidisciplinary coordination and digital design tools (e.g., Revit, Navisworks) is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.

Key Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work across teams and adapt to varied project types.
• Keen interest in sustainable engineering and process innovation.

Company benefits include

• Annual Leave of 20 days plus bank holidays
• Three days of additional holiday at Christmas. This is non-contractual, the dates are set by the company and these three days are not counted in your annual leave allowance within your contract.
• Employers pension contribution
• Life Assurance and Payment Protection Cover
• Group Income Protection scheme, including access to Legal & General health and wellbeing services
• Flexible working hours
• Bupa Health Insurance
• Four company socials per year
• Chartership support
• Professional membership cost covered (one per year at this level, two per year once associate level)
• Birthday leave – an additional day off on your birthday (to be taken in the month of your birthday)
• Alternate breakfast/lunch provided on Friday’s

Interested? Please send your CV and portfolio to: careers(Replace this parenthesis with the @ sign)meinhardt.co.uk

Meinhardt (UK) Ltd reserves the right to alter the content of this job description to reflect changes to the job, without altering the general character or level of responsibility.