Principal Waste Water Process Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Waste Water Process Engineer to shape the future of critical UK infrastructure. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams on transformative projects, ensuring adherence to high-quality standards while managing time and budgets effectively. With a focus on waste-water and bioresources treatment, you will contribute to iconic engineering solutions both domestically and internationally. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a commitment to professional growth in a diverse and inclusive environment. If you're passionate about engineering and sustainability, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Access to training and development programs

Options to buy or sell leave

Qualifications

• Chartered Chemical / Process Engineer with experience in waste-water treatment.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design teams ensuring high-quality standards.
• Prepare work scopes and manage project timelines and budgets.

Skills

Chartered Chemical / Process Engineer

Experience leading multidisciplinary design delivery

Understanding of integrated waste-water and bioresources treatment processes

Knowledge of process safety techniques (HAZOP / DSEAR)

Experience with main process unit operations

Education

Chartered Engineer (IChemE or CIWEM)

Tools

BioWin

SUMO

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Principal Waste Water Process Engineer, Birmingham

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7f187bfa62a4

Job Views: 17

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description:

Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? Join our talented team where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. We foster a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

As a Principal Waste Water Process Engineer, you will play a vital role in process engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.

We specialise in all aspects of process engineering within the water industry, including waste-water and bioresources treatment, both in the UK and internationally, with opportunities in other sectors such as nuclear. We deliver industry-leading engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility to process commissioning, adding value through client-side support. If you're passionate about this industry, we'd love to talk to you.

We currently have opportunities in our offices in Epsom, Bristol, Birmingham, Derby, Manchester, Leeds, Belfast, and Glasgow.

We value expertise but not hierarchy. We trust you with more responsibility faster, supporting your career growth.

Your Purpose

• Lead a team in technical design following standards and codes, ensuring high quality.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets to meet project milestones.
• Collaborate with UK and overseas teams for integrated design solutions.
• Maintain quality assurance standards in design.

What you can bring

• Chartered Chemical / Process Engineer (preferably IChemE or CIWEM).
• Experience leading multidisciplinary design delivery.
• Understanding of integrated waste-water and bioresources treatment processes.
• Experience with main process unit operations: primary, secondary, tertiary treatment, bioresource treatment, odour, and energy management.
• Knowledge of process safety techniques (HAZOP / DSEAR), cost assessments, carbon assessments, and UK environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with process modelling software like BioWin, SUMO.

What we offer

We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs, promoting a diverse and balanced workforce. Our flexible policies mean no fixed 9-5, no full-time requirement, and options to work remotely.

Rewards and Benefits

Competitive salary, 25 days leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave. Salary and benefits depend on experience and qualifications.

Training

Access to extensive training and development programs, supporting professional growth and membership of relevant institutions.

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance, contingent on UKSV vetting and proof of residency in the UK for 5+ years. Please do not mention security clearance in your application.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, offering family-friendly policies, flexible work, and employee networks. We value applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

#LI-INFRASTRUCTURE | #LI-UK #DAT

Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular