Process Design Engineer

Shirley Parsons Ltd; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join its growing water infrastructure team. You will lead process design for water and wastewater treatment systems while conducting feasibility studies and analysing operational data. The ideal candidate should have over 6 years of experience in process engineering and a degree in Chemical, Environmental, or Process Engineering. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to impact water and wastewater systems across the UK.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in process engineering.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Experience with regulatory standards and client proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead process design for water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments.
• Analyse operational data to drive process improvements.

Skills

Process design for water and wastewater treatment systems

Analysing operational data

Feasibility studies

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

Degree in Chemical, Environmental, or Process Engineering

Job description

Senior Process Engineer - Water Infrastructure

Location: UK

Work Style: Hybrid (Office / Home)

Contract: 5 day week minimum 12 months contract

A respected engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join its growing water infrastructure team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on impactful projects that improve water and wastewater systems across the UK.

About the Role

You'll be at the forefront of designing and delivering process engineering solutions for clean water, wastewater, and sludge treatment facilities. The role combines technical leadership, project delivery, and collaboration with clients and suppliers to ensure sustainable and efficient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process design for water and wastewater treatment systems
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses
• Analyse operational data to drive process improvements
• Identify and implement system enhancements using structured methodologies
• Support project delivery in line with client expectations and regulatory standards
• Contribute to client proposals, presentations, and technical documentation
• Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure quality delivery

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Chemical, Environmental, or Process Engineering (or equivalent)
• 6+ years of experience in process eng...