Capital Engineer

Solvay; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

An experienced Project Engineer to join the Wrexham engineering team. The Project Engineer's primary role will be the development and execution of a wide range of capital, expense, and troubleshooting projects at the Wrexham industrial plant. The Project Engineer will complete economic and technical evaluation for projects. This candidate will also complete technical evaluation of maintenance and production problems including safety, corrosion, failure analysis, resource optimization, and cost improvements. In this position, you will provide engineering services for specific areas, sections, or functions within the plant, providing external customer technical assistance and assisting in the acquisition of and gaining proficiency on the systems and tools necessary to continually improve department productivity.

We count on you for:

• Implementation of projects to satisfy schedule, budget, safety, and quality criteria.
• Accountable for time schedule and budget for projects that are under their direct supervision.
• Gaining of consensus on problem sets across departmental lines.
• Selling technical and management system changes to the plant and to corporate management.
• Selection of contractors and vendors; solving contractual problems with contractors.
• Project planning to satisfy completion schedules, quality, and budget.
• Expertise in the aspects and application of Safety Life Savings Rules.
• Coordinating Civil, structural, mechanical, process development, and materials handling design.
• Typically assigned up to 5 projects at a given time ranging in size from a few thousand pounds to five hundred thousand pounds. Projects from £15K to £150K are common.
• Management of contractors, including permitting.

You can count on us for:

• Growth and learning opportunities.

You will bring:

• BSc/BEng in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical engineering or Construction Management with project management or related experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience preferred in project management.
• Familiarity with 3D AutoCAD & strong general IT skills.
• Ability to work effectively across departmental lines; direct contractor, design/procurement/construction activities.
• Excellent written/graphic/verbal communicator.
• Competencies:
  • Strong practical technical knowledge within area of expertise i.e., mechanical, civil, materials handling, procurement, and construction design. As well as practical knowledge and application in project management best practices.
  • Strong drive for results and creating a culture of high organizational accountability.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Behaviours:
  • Continuous improvement mindset and strong drive for continual learning.
  • Agility and adaptability to changing conditions and experienced at setting priorities.
  • Fosters transparent, collaborative, and engaging workplace culture.

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
• Training platform for all employees.
• Free language courses (24 languages available).
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological).

Additional information:

• Onsite position in Wrexham, UK.

About us:

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel, and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices, and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability, or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.