Process Engineer

Medirest Signature; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking an experienced engineer to lead initiatives in performance optimisation and support the recycling sector. Key responsibilities include developing business cases and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 4 years' experience in engineering or waste management and a strong background in sorting processes. This role offers a competitive salary along with various perks like health resources and training opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries

24-hour access to a virtual GP

One paid volunteer day

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in engineering or waste management.
• Proven track record in developing feasibility studies.
• Strong background in sorting/recycling processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance optimisation initiatives.
• Partner with operations teams to upgrade equipment.
• Develop business cases for recycling sector growth.
• Coordinate design progression with stakeholders.
• Ensure regulatory compliance.
• Deliver clear technical communications.

Skills

Engineering experience

Cost-saving optimization

Sorting/recycling processes

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: up to £40,000pa plus £500pm Car Allowance and Annual Bonus.

Location: London / National - Flexible with base location



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.



We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you:

• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing:

• Lead performance optimisation initiatives by identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing plant improvements
  
• Partner with operations teams to upgrade equipment and optimise settings while securing strong supplier guarantees
  
• Develop business cases for recycling sector growth and create technical designs including PFDs, mass flow analyses, and facility layouts
  
• Coordinate design progression with stakeholders and evaluate plant/machine performance
  
• Ensure regulatory compliance and industry standard adherence
  
• Deliver clear technical communications through professional reports and presentations
  

What we're looking for:

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in engineering (Mechanical, Process, Industrial, or Electrical) or waste management and recycling sector.
  
• Proven track record in developing feasibility studies and business cases for projects
  
• Strong background in sorting/recycling processes and related industries
  

What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.



We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.



We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.



If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.





Job Posting End Date:

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.