Consultant Process Engineer[1123609]

Water Research Centre; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A water research organization is seeking a full-time, hybrid role for contributions to desalination and wastewater reuse projects. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering with experience in water treatment technologies. Key responsibilities include feasibility studies and process modelling, and the role offers a salary starting from £35,000 with additional benefits including life assurance and flexible holiday options.

Benefits

Life assurance

Flexible benefits programme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• Previous proven experience in water or wastewater treatment, with significant exposure to desalination and/or reuse technologies.
• Understanding of membrane-based treatment processes, water chemistry, and brine/waste management options.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly in reports and presentations.
• Inquisitive, keen to understand the needs of our customers, and motivated to proactively develop innovative ideas and solutions.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work effectively in remote and collaborative team environments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to feasibility studies for desalination and wastewater reuse projects.
• Perform process modelling using tools such as WAVE, IMSDesign.
• Identify and refine technical solutions to optimise treatment processes.
• Engage with academics and industry specialists to share insights.
• Support development of the team’s technical strategy.

Job description

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This is a full-time, permanent, hybrid role which provides an opportunity to combine working at our office / laboratory / test facilities in Swindon, visiting client sites / offices (in the UK and overseas) and working from home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to feasibility studies and concept-level designs for desalination and wastewater reuse projects, including hybrid and advanced membrane systems (e.g., SWRO, BWRO, MBR, tertiary treatment).
• Perform process modelling and evaluations using tools such as WAVE, IMSDesign, and similar membrane design software to support early-stage concept development and decision-making.
• Identify and refine technical solutions to optimise water and wastewater treatment processes, improving efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.
• Engage with academics and industry specialists in the related topics to stay at the forefront of innovation and share insights internally and with clients.
• Support development of the team’s technical strategy and contribute to the identification of new services, tools, or markets in collaboration with senior leadership.

Person Specification:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• Previous proven experience in water or wastewater treatment, with significant exposure to desalination and/or reuse technologies.
• Understanding of membrane-based treatment processes, water chemistry, and brine/waste management options.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly in reports and presentations.
• Inquisitive, keen to understand the needs of our customers, and motivated to proactively develop innovative ideas and solutions.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work effectively in remote and collaborative team environments.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary from £35,000 depending on experience
• Life assurance
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership