Job Title: Project Engineer Status: Full Time Location: Leeds (Head Office) with UK travel Department: Supply Chain Reports To: Process Engineering Manager Role Purpose The Project Engineer is responsible for leading and delivering projects across Brenntag UK & Ireland sites. The role will manage projects from concept through to commissioning and handover, ensuring all projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with company engineering and process safety standards. The successful candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven project management capability, and experience delivering capital projects within industrial, chemical, manufacturing, or process environments. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Lead capital investment and operational improvement projects from concept through to completion. Develop project scopes, technical specifications, business cases, and project execution plans. Prepare and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans. Manage project risks and implement mitigation actions where required. Coordinate internal stakeholders and external contractors to achieve project objectives. Ensure successful commissioning, start-up, and project handover to operations. Deliver assigned projects safely, on time, and within budget. Engineering & Technical Support Produce and review engineering documentation including: Technical specifications P&IDs Plant layout drawings Equipment specifications Scope of Works Provide engineering support to operational and maintenance teams where required. Support the strategic development of Brenntag UK & Ireland facilities. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations. Maintain engineering standards and promote best practice. Process Safety & Compliance Ensure all projects comply with company Project Management Framework, engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice. Support Management of Change (MOC) processes. Participate in risk assessments, HAZOP studies, and design reviews. Maintain and improve records relating to Process Safety Critical Equipment (PSCE). Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all company Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) policies. Ensure engineering solutions are safe, practical, and sustainable. Contractor & Supplier Management Develop tender packages and obtain competitive quotations. Evaluate supplier and contractor proposals. Manage contractors throughout project execution. Monitor contractor performance, quality, and compliance with site requirements. Ensure all contracted work is completed safely and to the required standard. Financial Management Prepare and manage project budgets and expenditure forecasts. Track capital expenditure against approved budgets. Support purchase order creation, invoice approvals, and project financial reporting. Deliver projects within approved financial parameters. Essential Qualifications & Experience HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Chemical, Process, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline. Minimum 3+ years' experience delivering engineering projects within manufacturing, chemical, industrial, logistics, or process environments. Demonstrable experience managing capital projects through the full project lifecycle. Strong understanding of project management principles including scope, cost, schedule, risk, and stakeholder management. Experience producing engineering specifications and technical documentation. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and layout drawings. Experience managing contractors and suppliers. Proficient in Microsoft Project or equivalent project planning software. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Qualifications & Experience APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent recognised project management certification. Experience within chemical distribution, COMAH, manufacturing, or process industries. Knowledge of Management of Change (MOC) processes. HAZOP participation or facilitation experience. AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software proficiency. Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartership. Key Competencies Project Management Capital Project Delivery Stakeholder Management Contractor Management Budget Control Risk Management Process Safety Awareness Technical Problem Solving Planning and Organisation Communication and Influencing Skills Continuous Improvement What Success Looks Like The successful Project Engineer will: Deliver multiple projects safely, on time, and within budget. Build strong working relationships across operations, maintenance, procurement, and site leadership teams. Improve operational efficiency through well-executed engineering solutions. Uphold Brenntag's high standards of safety, compliance, and engineering excellence. Contribute to the successful delivery of the UK & Ireland capital investment programme. Brenntag TA Team Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution. As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future. For more information, please visit www.brenntag.com

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