Lead Process Engineer, Energy Transition & Sustainability

Stantec; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Flexible working

Annual leave options

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Principal Process Engineer to lead multidisciplinary project teams within their Energy & Resources team. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, manage project scope and budgets, and mentor junior engineers. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of sustainable energy projects, contributing to cleaner technologies and optimised performance.

Compensation includes a competitive salary, bonus schemes, and benefits like private medical insurance and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience in the energy, water, or broader process industries.
• Membership in a relevant engineering institution such as IChemE.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Manage project scope, risk, budgets, and team performance.
• Mentor and coach process engineers to support professional growth.

Skills

Technical leadership experience

Managing projects and budgets

Client collaboration

Safe design commitment

Collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Principal Process Engineer to lead multidisciplinary project teams within their Energy & Resources team. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, manage project scope and budgets, and mentor junior engineers. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of sustainable energy projects, contributing to cleaner technologies and optimised performance.

Compensation includes a competitive salary, bonus schemes, and benefits like private medical insurance and flexible working arrangements.