Graduate Process Engineer

Veolia; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmentally-focused company in Shrewsbury is offering a Graduate Process Engineer role with a starting salary of £30,000. The 2-year programme focuses on hands-on experience and skill development, with responsibilities including process optimization and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field, and be willing to travel for training.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Access to company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and known retailers

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Chemical Engineering or similar (to be achieved by September 2026).
• Drivers Licence or willingness to get one.
• Excellent communication and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and analysing process data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensuring processes comply with safety regulations and environmental standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Willingness to travel

Commitment to continuous learning

Education

Degree-level qualification in Chemical Engineering or similar

Job description

Overview

Do you see yourself in a graduate role?

Job Title: Graduate Process Engineer

Salary: Base salary of £30,000 plus Veolia Benefits Package

Location: SPRF, Shrewsbury, SY1,3EQ

Hours: Monday - Friday 40 hours

Programme Duration: 2-year programme starting September 2026

Candidate shortlisting will take place on w/c 10th - 17th November and assessment days will take place between w/c 24th November - 1st December

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. Through our Graduate Programme, you\'ll help us to achieve our purpose of Ecological Transformation and build a career we can be proud of. No matter what role you have, when you join us you can play a key role in achieving our vision, and we can make yours happen too.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
• One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community

Graduate Programme

Our comprehensive Graduate Programme offers hands-on experience working on strategic projects while developing essential personal and professional skills. You\'ll receive expert training from Veolia\'s People Development team through monthly sessions at our Kingswood (Cannock) office (travel required), giving you the confidence and capabilities to thrive in your future career.

You\'ll join our supportive graduate network and benefit from mentorship throughout your journey. At Veolia, we\'re committed to your long-term growth - our continuous development culture means this is just the beginning of your exciting career journey with us.

What you\'ll be doing

• Collecting and analysing process data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Working with the team to learn best practices for maintaining process stability and centering
• Process Optimisation, including removal of bottlenecks and increasing operating efficiency
• Improvement of energy efficiency, making recommendations to develop the plant to enhance performance whilst reducing costs
• Ensuring processes comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and industry best practices

What we\'re looking for

• Degree-level qualification in Chemical Engineering or similar (to be achieved by September 2026)
• Willingness to travel to training locations and potentially relocate for role requirements
• Commitment to continuous learning and development
• Excellent communication and written skills
• Drivers Licence or willingness to get one
• Willingness to travel

We reserve the right to close applications earlier than expected if we receive an exceptionally high volume of submissions. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

What\'s next?

Before we can consider your application further, you\'ll need to complete a couple of short, gamified assessments. If you’re successful following this, we\'ll then invite you to one of our on site assessment days.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We\'re proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we\'re also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We\'re dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We\'re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.