Graduate Process Engineer (Energy)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Redditch; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Redditch is seeking a Graduate Process Engineer to join their Energy team for the 2026 Graduate Programme. In this role, you will support all areas of Process Engineering, contributing to project lifecycle activities from design to installation. The role emphasizes professional growth in a collaborative environment, working alongside experienced teams on impactful energy projects. Applicants should hold a relevant degree and possess strong problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Engineering Design.
• A keen interest in the Energy sector.
• Ability to adapt to new and changing situations.

Responsibilities

• Support in all areas of Process Engineering in the development of efficient technical solutions.
• Involved in the whole project life cycle from optioneering to detailed design.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site surveys, and investigations.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Engineering Design

Job description

Overview

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your role

We are looking for a Graduate Process Engineer for our Energy team to be based in our Redditch office, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme.

Our work in the energy and resources sector includes iconic hydropower and pumped storage schemes, conventional and advanced thermal power generation, recycling systems and mining and minerals.

From traditional advisory and owners engineer roles, we are now rapidly becoming established in the EPCM (Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management) and design services sectors for major new build projects, such as plastics recycling, renewables power generation and complex treatment/production facilities. We are involved in all stages of the project lifecycle, from concept development and FEED (Front End Engineering Design) through detailed design and procurement and finally, construction and commissioning. We also provide refurbishment and optimisation advice and design services.

As part of the Design Services Team in our Redditch or Newcastle office, you will provide support in all areas of Process Engineering in the development of efficient technical solutions. In this role you will be involved in the whole project life cycle from optioneering through to detailed design and installation. You will also be involved with feasibility studies, site surveys and investigations.

You will join a supportive and successful team with exciting career opportunities, gain great client exposure and professional development and work in an innovative and collaborative environment.

Take a look at our Energy discipline: Energy (stantec.com) and review the career journey of the Stantec Transmission and Distribution discipline lead, Sophie Lee, here: My Stantec Story – Sophie Lee

About you

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Engineering Design and a keen interest in the Energy sector, you'll be

• An adapter: you’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer: you stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator: you work effectively with lots of different people, considering other’s perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem-Solver: you love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!

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