Principal Waste Water Process Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Principal Waste Water Process Engineer in Birmingham. In this role, you will drive process engineering initiatives, collaborating on iconic projects while managing a team and ensuring quality assurance. The company values expertise and offers flexible working arrangements, along with a comprehensive rewards package that supports career growth and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days of leave plus holidays

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Chartered Chemical / Process Engineer.
• Experience in design delivery on multidisciplinary projects.
• Knowledge in wastewater treatment processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in technical design to meet standards.
• Prepare briefs and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets for project milestones.

Skills

Understanding of wastewater and bioresources treatment processes

Process unit operations

Safety techniques (HAZOP/DSEAR)

Knowledge of UK environmental regulations

Process modeling software (BioWin, SUMO)

Education

Chartered Engineer (IChemE or CIWEM preferred)

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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 environment with world-class talent.

As a Principal Waste Water Process Engineer, you'll play a key role in process engineering on transformational programmes for UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic projects domestically and internationally.

We specialise in process engineering within the water industry, including wastewater and bioresources treatment, with opportunities in other sectors like nuclear. We support the entire project lifecycle from feasibility to commissioning, adding value through client support. We have openings in Epsom, Bristol, Birmingham, Derby, Manchester, Leeds, Belfast, and Glasgow.

We value expertise over hierarchy, trusting you with responsibility to support your career growth.

Your Purpose

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

What you can bring

• Chartered Chemical / Process Engineer (IChemE or CIWEM preferred).
• Experience in design delivery, including multidisciplinary projects.
• Understanding of wastewater and bioresources treatment processes.
• Experience with process unit operations and safety techniques (HAZOP/DSEAR).
• Knowledge of UK environmental regulations and process modelling software like BioWin, SUMO.

What we offer

We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs, promoting a work-life balance with no fixed hours or full-time requirement by default.

Rewards include a competitive salary, 25 days of leave plus holidays, with options to buy or sell leave. We invest in professional development and support membership of relevant institutions.

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance, contingent on UKSV vetting, including proof of residency for 5+ years. Please do not mention current or past security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion through policies, flexible work, and employee networks. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome.

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Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular