Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 - 32745

Environment Agency; Blandford Forum; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension contribution of approximately 19%

Support for neurodiverse and disabled candidates

Support for neurodiverse and disabled

Job summary

A UK environmental agency is offering a Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement for 2026. This full-time role provides hands-on experience while helping UK businesses with environmental regulations and safety improvements. Candidates should have a passion for the environment and be studying a relevant accredited engineering degree. The placement includes benefits like 25 days of annual leave and support for neurodiverse candidates. Applications are due by 15 February 2026, with interviews in March.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in the environment and a passion for creating a better future.
• Studying or has studied in a relevant engineering field.
• UK right to work section satisfied.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze data related to environmental regulations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Evaluate environmental impacts of processes.
• Support carbon reduction initiatives.
• Develop standards for environmental practices.
• Handle incident management and enforcement.
• Engage in public partnerships.

Skills

Team working

Confidence with data

Problem-solving

Engineering knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Education

Chemical or Process Engineering degree accredited by IChemE

Job description

Process and Chemical Engineering Industry Placement 2026 – 32745

Position offered by the Environment Agency.

About the Role

12‑month industry placements starting in September, providing hands‑on experience in process‑industry regulation while supporting UK businesses to reduce environmental impact and improve process safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Data management and analysis
• Environmental regulation and compliance
• Evaluating environmental impact
• Carbon reduction and industrial transition
• Developing environmental standards
• Incident management and enforcement
• Partnership working and public engagement

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in the environment and a passion for creating a better future, who is studying or has studied a Chemical or Process Engineering degree accredited by IChemE.

• Team working
• Confidence with data
• Problem‑solving
• Engineering knowledge
• Health and safety awareness

Eligibility Criteria

• UK, Commonwealth or EEA national with right to work in the UK.
• Enrolled in an undergraduate or integrated master’s programme (penultimate year) or graduated within the last year (from June 2025).

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Full‑time role with hybrid options and flexible hours.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension: approximately 19% contribution to a career‑average scheme.
• Support for neurodiverse and disabled candidates.

Application Process

We’ve simplified the process to highlight your potential.

• Apply Online – Submit your skills and motivations.
• Behaviour‑Based Assessment – Interactive game‑style assessment measuring natural behaviours and potential.
• Shortlisting – Review of application and assessment results.
• Interview – One virtual interview if shortlisted.

Application deadline: 15 February 2026. Interviews in March; offers by May.

Queries: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and support a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive an equal chance of selection under the Guaranteed Interview Policy for those with a disability.