Principal Process Engineer - Wastewater

-; West Malling; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Process Engineer in the Water sector, where you will lead innovative Wastewater projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your technical expertise while mentoring a dynamic team. With a focus on professional development and a collaborative work culture, you'll contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of water and natural resources. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to work on significant projects across the UK. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension Plan

Free Private Medical Insurance

Discounted Gym Membership

Flexible Working Arrangements

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Professional Subscriptions

Qualifications

• A degree in Chemical/Process Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Chartered status and experience in the water industry are ideal.

Responsibilities

• Lead Wastewater projects from inception to construction.
• Mentor and develop a team of Process Engineers.

Skills

Process Calculations

Mass Balance

Control Philosophy

Commissioning

HAZOPs

P&ID Development

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Job description

Are you an experienced Process Engineer looking for a new position in the Water sector?

Join Stantec, a globally recognised leader in Water and natural resources.

We are seeking a talented Principal Process Engineer with experience in Wastewater to join our dynamic team in our Brighton, Ashford, Kings Hill or Southampton offices in the South of England. We partner with key clients as strategic advisors, setting the gold standard in the industry according to NCE listings.

In this pivotal role, you will play a leading part in delivering ground-breaking Wastewater projects from inception through to construction. You will leverage your technical expertise to support Project Managers and ensure high-level execution - meeting cost, schedule, and quality objectives while exceeding client expectations.

You will also be involved in mentoring & developing a team of Process Engineers across the region and nurturing strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams throughout the business.

About You

• A degree in Chemical/Process Engineering (or equivalent)
• Ideally Chartered with demonstrable experience in the water industry
• Experience working in a design and construction environment preferable
• Experience in key process skills, including: process calculations, mass balance, control philosophy, commissioning, HAZOPs and P&ID development
• The ability to translate client needs into actionable solutions and guide project execution effectively
• Strong leadership and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience managing staff and fostering a culture of continuous learning

Stantec offers a rewarding career path with a focus on professional development and the opportunity to work on some of the biggest projects in the AMP 8 cycle. You will join a team dedicated to making a real difference in the world, shaping the future of water and natural resources.

Why Join us?

• Our People Culture: We're a close knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment
• Awards: Stantec were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work - Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great Projects in all of our sectors across the UK&I
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions

To hear what some of our employees say about life at Stantec, please click on My Stantec Stories

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK&[e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

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