Graduate (Process Engineer)

Anglian Water Services Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services company in the East Anglia area is seeking a Graduate Process Engineer. This role involves designing and optimizing water and wastewater treatment processes, contributing to sustainable management of vital resources. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has a passion for improving public health and the environment. This position offers a competitive graduate salary and a structured development programme.

Benefits

Competitive graduate salary and benefits package

Structured Graduate Development Programme

Support achieving professional accreditation

Opportunity to work on meaningful projects

Qualifications

• Experience in the UK water sector (clean or wastewater) preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the East Anglia region.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate water and wastewater treatment process designs.
• Support project teams through feasibility, outline, and detailed design phases.
• Carry out process modelling, mass balances, and technical risk assessments.

Skills

Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes and technologies

Proficiency with process simulation tools

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Graduate Process Engineer – Location: East Anglia Area

Business Area: @one Alliance

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: dependent on experience and skills

The East of England faces a unique challenge: it is home to rich natural ecosystems, yet it is one of the most water-stressed regions in the UK. At the @one Alliance, we are leading the charge to change that.

We are a ground-breaking collaboration between eight leading organisations – Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska, and SWECO – and we deliver over half of Anglian Water\'s capital investment programme.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and solutions-focused Process Engineer to join our team working on major water and wastewater treatment projects across East Anglia. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of sustainable water management, supporting essential infrastructure that serves communities and the environment.

As a Process Engineer, you will play a vital role in the design, optimisation, and performance monitoring of water and wastewater treatment processes. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you\'ll contribute to both capital delivery and operational improvement programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate water and wastewater treatment process designs.
• Support project teams through feasibility, outline, and detailed design phases.
• Carry out process modelling, mass balances, and technical risk assessments.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Provide technical input to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement across projects.
• Support commissioning and troubleshooting of new and existing treatment assets.

What We\'re Looking For

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience in the UK water sector (clean or wastewater) preferred.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes and technologies.
• Proficiency with process simulation tools.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the East Anglia region.

What We Offer

• Competitive graduate salary and benefits package
• Structured Graduate Development Programme
• We will support you achieving professional accreditation
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that protect public health and the environment

Why Join the @ONE Alliance?

We are more than just a delivery partner; we are agents of transformation. Our employee value proposition is to be united through purpose, with a talented, supportive team; countless opportunities and power in partnership; and a commitment to shaping the future.

Inclusion is for everyone and we are an equal opportunity employer, which means we will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we are committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues feel they belong.

Right to Work in the UK

The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.

Apply Now:

If you\'re ready to kick-start your career in a sector that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date: 31st October 2025

*Assessment Centre Day will be held on either Monday 1st or Wednesday 3rd December