Process Engineer Hants – £55,000 to £75,000 depending on experience + Benefits – Hampshire, UK

The Role

Are you a skilled Process Engineer with experience in gas / hydrocarbon processing? Do you have the expertise to lead energy transition projects within a high-hazard COMAH site?

One of the UK's most strategic energy storage operators is looking for a Process Engineer to join their expert engineering team in Hampshire.

You'll support the site's ongoing transition to low-carbon operations, taking a key role in delivering hydrogen storage, compression, and capture projects. Working across project design, operations support and future development, you will help ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a major underground gas storage facility.

If you're ready to shape the future of gas storage and play a vital role in the UK’s energy transition, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and implementation of NGL and hydrogen-related projects
Support upgrades to existing systems, ensuring readiness for future energy demands
Provide day-to-day technical support for operations and maintenance teams
Develop project scopes, schedules, and cost-effective delivery plans
Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations and COMAH requirements
Mentor and supervise junior engineers
Monitor and manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets within the engineering function
Identify and implement energy efficiency improvements

The Company

We operate one of the UK's largest underground gas storage facilities, designated as an upper-tier COMAH site. As part of an internationally owned energy business, our site plays a critical role in balancing the National Gas Transmission System. We're investing significantly in our infrastructure to meet future energy challenges, including the transition to hydrogen.

The Person

Degree-qualified in Chemical, Process or similar engineering discipline
Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) with a minimum of 5 years in a senior engineering role
Experience in oil and gas, energy, or hydrocarbon sectors
Proven track record in delivering projects from concept through detailed design
Strong knowledge of safety and regulatory standards (e.g. COMAH, HAZOP)
Skilled in process engineering software (e.g. HYSYS, AutoCAD)
A team player with excellent problem-solving abilities and leadership skills

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