Graduate Process & Process Safety Engineer

Premtech is a dynamic company that provides Engineering Consultancy and Design Services to organisations in the energy sector. We are passionate and committed to developing our people, ensuring they build strong technical foundations, work to high engineering standards, and develop the professional skills needed to build successful, long‑term careers in the energy sector. Competitive salary ~25 days’ holiday + bank holidays, increasing with length of service ~ Annual bonus scheme ~ Pension scheme with generous company contribution ~ Professional development and opportunities for training ~ Regular company social events ~ Membership fees paid for your professional institution (e.g. Private healthcare for you and your immediate family Critical illness and life insurance Gym membership Cycle to work scheme Potential for hybrid working following an initial development period, typically 12 months Premtech is committed to diversity and inclusivity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. As a Graduate Process & Process Safety Engineer, you will join a multidisciplinary engineering team supporting the design and delivery of high‑pressure pipelines and associated process plant. These projects focus on the transportation of natural gas, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide, placing you at the forefront of the UK’s energy transition. This role offers broad exposure to both process engineering and process safety, along with opportunities to develop project coordination, commercial awareness, and client engagement skills. You will be expected to work to high engineering standards while delivering projects within agreed budgets and timescales, with ongoing support for your professional development. Job Type: Full Time (37.5 hour week) Supporting projects from feasibility to detailed design stages Assisting with project coordination activities, including project planning, progress tracking, coordination with other disciplines and subcontractors Assisting with the preparation of project proposals and estimates Preparing and contributing to engineering deliverables in line with company, client, national and international standards Performing & supporting process engineering activities including hand and software‑based calculations, equipment sizing and specification, hydraulic modelling (AFT Arrow) and heat and mass balances Performing & supporting process safety activities including hazard identification, consequence modelling (DNV Phast), design risk assessments, and safety reviews Working in accordance with company, client and statutory health, safety, and environmental requirements, including attendance at operational and construction sites where required / could involve overnight stays (typically 1-2 days) Participating in project workshops and meetings such as design reviews and formal process safety assessments including HAZID, HAZOP and LOPA Supporting procurement activities including preparation of datasheets, documentation, tender evaluations, and contract administration Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal project teams A minimum 2:1 (Upper Second‑Class honours) bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering or another applicable engineering or scientific discipline accredited by a relevant UK institution (e.g. The ability to apply engineering principles to practical problems and clearly explain assumptions, methods, and results An interest in developing a career in process engineering and process safety within the UK energy sector A willingness to learn and work across both technical and project‑based activities A full UK driving licence Experience applying process engineering principles in an industrial or project‑based environment (for example through a year‑in‑industry, internships, or 1–2 years in a junior process, operations, or engineering role) Exposure to process safety studies, risk assessments, or consequence modelling