Engineering Placement - Process

Engineering Placement Student – Process

Not many organisations can genuinely claim to make a positive difference on a global
scale.
We can.
Urenco is an international supplier of uranium enrichment services and fuel cycle products for the civil
nuclear industry. We serve more than 50 customers in 19 countries who provide low carbon electricity
through nuclear power generation.
As a global leader in the production of low carbon energy, we work at the cutting edge of the transition
to a sustainable, net zero world. This transformational vision opens up unique and exciting
opportunities to build a dynamic, energising, and rewarding career.
We readily acknowledge our responsibility for the safe stewardship of uranium. Through our Tails
Management Facility, we can responsibly manage the by-product of our enrichment services, which
is crucial to our commitment to nuclear stewardship and sustainability.

About The Role
This role is a Process Engineering Industrial Placement with Urenco, as part of an undergraduate
degree in Chemical Engineering.
Duration: 13 months
Remuneration: £16.50 per hour
Location: The role is based at our Capenhurst site near Chester. We offer free parking and there is
a train station a few metres away from site with frequent trains to Chester, the Wirral and Liverpool.
Job Context
The job holder will support the Process Engineering Team in:
- Carrying out process engineering calculations and studies, working proficiently with process
engineering software and modelling tools.
- Providing technical troubleshooting support for plant operation.
- Designing new equipment and progressing plant improvements to equipment and software.
- Increasing productivity and efficiency of the plant whilst maintaining operational safety.

Education & Experience Requirements
- Completed 2 or 3 years of a degree in Chemical Engineering.
- No experience is required, but relevant experience will be considered beneficial.
- An interest in large scale chemical processes.

Selection Process
Successful applicants will be invited to interview. Interviews for this role are due to take place in early
December 2024. Face to face interviews are preferred and where possible these will be conducted at
the university. All interviews will be arranged to avoid clashes with university examinations and other
key coursework deadlines.
If successful, please note that this role is subject to the below conditions:
- Security Clearance*
- Drugs and Alcohol Test

Our Promise
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know
that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive
to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive.
And we support an array of dedicated initiatives, activities, and employee networks to nurture a
positive and inspiring work experience.
Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.