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

If you are interested in a placement with Urenco, please submit a CV and Cover Letter to earlycareers@urenco.com.

Successful applicants will be invited to interview.

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.

 *Due to the nature of the industry URENCO operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with official guidance and regulation. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced considerations apply to roles within URENCO owing to the particular activities that the URENCO Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Success candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated.