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Job Opportunities: Junior/Graduate Process Engineer & EC&I Engineer

About Us:

Octopus Project Engineering is a dynamic, rapidly growing multi-discipline engineering consultancy based in Middlewich, Cheshire.

Since 2011, we’ve delivered project management, engineering design, and consultancy services across multiple sectors, including:

• Pharmaceuticals
• Food
• Renewables / Waste to Energy

We offer an exciting and varied working environment with excellent opportunities for development, learning, and progression. With our growing client base and diverse project portfolio, you’ll gain exposure to a wide range of industries and challenges from day one.

Opportunity 1: Junior / Graduate Process Engineer

Salary/Rate: Competitive, depending on experience

Hybrid Working: Long term this role is primarily home-based, but you may initially be required to work in the Middlewich office and occasional client site visits.

Role Overview:

We’re looking for junior and graduate Process Engineers who are enthusiastic, driven, and ready to learn. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing consultancy where your development is prioritised, and you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience across a wide variety of sectors.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting feasibility studies, FEED, and detailed design
• Developing P&IDs and process flow diagrams
• Assisting with equipment specification and selection
• Contributing to process safety studies (e.g. HAZOP)
• Supporting process simulations and calculations
• Preparing technical documentation and reports

Candidate Profile:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering (or equivalent)
• 0–3 years of industry experience (placement or internship experience welcome)
• Keen to build a career in industrial process engineering
• Proactive attitude with good communication skills
• Willingness to learn and develop across a range of project types

Why Join Us?

At Octopus Projects, you’ll be part of a close-knit, ambitious team that supports your growth. With mentorship from experienced engineers and varied project work, you’ll quickly gain meaningful experience and responsibility.

Opportunity 2: Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer

Contract Type: Permanent or Contract (Full-time / Part-time considered)

Hybrid Working: This role is primarily home-based, but candidates must be able to attend the office in Middlewich as required and be available for occasional site visits.

Role Overview:

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated EC&I Engineer to support our growing workload. This is a key role with excellent long-term career prospects in a supportive, flexible working environment.

Ideal Experience Includes:

• Electrical, control and instrumentation design and specification
• Feasibility studies, FEED and detailed design
• Commissioning support and optimisation
• Input to project proposals and bids
• Scope definition and technical documentation

Candidate Profile:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar (preferred but not essential)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

If you’re interested in either of these exciting opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact:

Steven Brennan

steven.brennan@octopus-projects.com

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Design Services

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