Principal Process Engineer - Water Sector

Stantec; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Principal Process Engineer to join their team focused on delivering innovative water projects. This role includes leading projects and mentoring engineers while ensuring client expectations are exceeded. The position promotes a culture of professional development within a company committed to sustainability and inclusivity.

Benefits

Individualised development plan

Private medical insurance

Flexi-working and hybrid working pattern

Lucrative employee referral scheme

Culture of inclusivity

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading project teams in the Water/Wastewater industry.
• Ability to translate client needs into solutions.
• Experience in managing staff and fostering a learning culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of water projects ensuring quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Mentor and develop a team of Process Engineers.
• Foster collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Development

Client Management

Education

Degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

Shape the Future of Water: Principal Process Engineering at Stantec

Stantec, a globally recognised leader in water and natural resources, is seeking a talented & ambitious Principal Process Engineer to join our dynamic team in Leeds, Manchester, Warrington or Newcastle. We partner with key clients as strategic advisors, setting the gold standard in the industry according to NCE listings.

As our client relationships continue to grow and we secure new programmes of work, including our appointment to Yorkshire Water's Storm Overflow Alliance for AMP 8, we now have an opportunity for a Principal Process Engineer to join us as we grow.

In this pivotal role, you will play a leading part in delivering ground-breaking water projects. 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 of team of Process Engineers in Leeds and nurturing strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams throughout the business.

About You

We are keen to speak with individuals who have a strong background in Process Engineering in the Water/Wastewater industry and you'll excel in the role if you possess:

• A degree in Chemical/Process Engineering (or equivalent) and a passion for the water industry.
• Proven experience leading and developing project teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• 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. You'll join a team dedicated to making a real difference in the world, shaping the future of water and natural resources.

Why Join Us

Benefits

This is an exciting time to join Stantec, with the opportunity to tackle challenging new projects across the region and growth plans extending throughout the next AMP cycle. In addition, all employees have access to our company wide benefits, including:

• Individualised development plan alongside company wide org structure highlighting pathway for progression, ensuring you always know where your career is heading
• Private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard
• Flexi-working and hybrid working pattern to help you to find the right work life balance for you
• Lucrative employee referral scheme
• Culture of inclusivity, where we celebrate diversity and put “doing what’s right” at the forefront of everything we do
• Award winning consultancy with a commitment to achieving our ambitious environmental targets
  
  

Find out more about why Stantec could be the right next step for you here!

If you're a highly motivated and experienced Process Engineer seeking a leadership opportunity, then we would love to hear from you.

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& [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.