Process Design Engineer

Enisca Ltd; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Enisca Browne, part of Browne Group, is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead design on water and wastewater projects in the UK. The role involves directing technical delivery, mentoring engineers, and ensuring regulatory compliance across a diverse project portfolio.

You will work with engineers, regulators and clients to deliver sustainable, high-performing solutions. The position requires 7–10 years in the sector, with at least five years in water/wastewater, and a Chartered Engineer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or active progress toward it.

Responsibilities

• Lead process design across water and wastewater projects from planning to delivery.
• Oversee technical delivery and guide multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote innovation and sustainability.
• Collaborate with regulators, clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

CEng status or progress toward it

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to take a leading role within our Design Team, responsible for planning, directing, and delivering high-quality process designs across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater treatment projects. In this position, you will oversee technical delivery, guide multidisciplinary teams, and ensure that all solutions meet rigorous regulatory, environmental, and client requirements. You will collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, regulators, and clients to ensure each project is aligned, efficient, and future-focused. Alongside driving technical excellence, you will mentor junior engineers, champion innovation, and promote sustainable, cost-effective treatment solutions that meet the evolving needs of the water industry. We're looking forward to expanding our team to Glasgow. Please note that this role requires you to be in the office or on site at least 3 times a week.

We're looking for a technically strong process engineer with proven leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering innovative and sustainable water treatment solutions.

• 7-10 years' process engineering experience, with at least five years in the water or wastewater sector.
• Demonstrated success managing complex treatment projects across design, testing, and commissioning stages.
• Strong knowledge of water quality standards, environmental regulations, and industry codes.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-engagement skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to sustainability and best practice.
• Collaborative team player with sound technical judgement and problem‑solving skills.
• In-depth understanding of water and wastewater treatment technologies, processes, and equipment.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or active progress toward it.

If you're ready to lead process design on technically challenging and meaningful projects - and want to play a key role in delivering sustainable, high-performing water treatment solutions - we'd be delighted to hear from you.

Enisca Browne is part of Browne Group, a leading contractor in the UK water and civil engineering sectors. Together we deliver essential infrastructure that supports clean water, safe drainage and reliable services for communities. Enisca Browne focuses on the systems that keep water and wastewater treatment sites running at their best. We work on power, process equipment, control systems and the civil structures that support them. As the Group's mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation specialist, we manage everything from control panel manufacturing to full system integration and commissioning. Our teams bring deep technical knowledge and a collaborative approach to solving real-world challenges. We offer opportunities for people with a range of skills and backgrounds, from hands‑on engineering to project support and technical delivery. Everyone plays a part in helping us deliver safe, smart and sustainable solutions.