Process Technician in Sheffield

Process Technician

Suiso is a new business that has developed an exciting methane pyrolysis technology that will transform the production, distribution and usage of Hydrogen, accelerating its adoption as a replacement for fossil fuels and becoming a key contributor in the fight against climate change.

Hydrogen is poised to become a multitrillion-dollar market and Suiso’s patented technology promises to produce the lowest cost hydrogen from natural or bio-gas with almost zero CO2 emissions and actually reduce CO2 emissions by producing a green solid Carbon co-product to replace the billions of tons of virgin Carbon consumed each year.

Suiso will offer a range of modular production systems to the heating and transport sectors for the onsite generation of Hydrogen and will become a key enabler of the low-carbon hydrogen economy which is essential to stopping further climate change.

The Role

We are seeking a talented process technician to support the operation and maintenance of Suiso’s Hydrogen generators and catalyst production equipment.

Responsibilities

As part of a multi-discipline team, the process technician will support engineers and scientists in technology development.

Their responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and preparing laboratory facilities, equipment, instruments, and materials for experiments or tests.
• Operating HMI systems to control Hydrogen generators and catalyst production systems.
• QA and QC of produced catalyst.
• Performing maintenance and calibration of equipment to ensure operability, accuracy and reliability.
• Assisting engineers and scientists in conducting experiments, tests, and research projects.
• Collecting and analysing data, measurements, and observations using various tools and techniques.
• Recording and documenting experimental data, observations, and results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols to ensure consistency and reproducibility of experiments.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues or problems that may arise during experiments or tests.
• Assisting in the development and optimization of test systems, laboratory procedures and protocols, and other development activities.
• Collaborating with other team members or researchers to analyse and interpret data.
• Complying with safety protocols and ensuring compliance with regulations and guidelines.

Qualifications, experience, and skills

• GCSE or equivalent, technical college graduate or apprentice trained preferred.
• 3 years of experience as a technician in an engineering workshop or laboratory setting.
• Experience with handling chemical reagents and production of catalysts.  
• Strong work ethic with a drive to complete tasks with very high-quality standards.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Can work effectively with a diverse team of technicians, engineers and scientists.
• Able to operate and maintain complex systems and test equipment.
• Piping skills, welding skills, soldering and/or electrical wiring skills are desirable but not essential as training available.
• Safety focused.
• Experience with operating PLC control systems and datalogger systems.
• Experience working with hazardous gases in an ATEX environment.
• Proficient with the use of hand tools.
• Knowledge of 5S.
• Able to read engineering and electrical drawings (desirable but not essential)
• FLT license would be beneficial.
• Computer literate.

What we can offer you

• Pension - Employers pension contributions of 5% to accompany a 3% employees contribution
• Private Healthcare
• Holiday – 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• Share option scheme
• Confidential counselling service via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Other details

• This is a full-time position based in the Advanced Manufacturing Park near Sheffield.
• All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK.
• UK travel and overseas travel may be required to cover attendance at training courses, and occasional customer or supplier visits.

Suiso is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any protected characteristic as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organisation, including hiring, recruitment, promotion, termination, redundancy, internships, and apprenticeships.

Suiso makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and current business needs.