Process Engineer - Clean Water

Stantec; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Private medical insurance

Pension and life assurance

Job summary

Stantec in the UK is expanding its Clean Water teams across the Midlands, Wales and the South West, with opportunities for a Process Engineer in Cardiff and other locations. You’ll contribute to process design, calculations and reports, collaborating with senior engineers to deliver safe, sustainable water solutions.

You will develop your technical expertise through feasibility studies to detailed design, while progressing toward chartership and broadening your experience in multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Essential degree in Chemical or Process Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop process engineering solutions for Clean Water projects.

Skills

Chemical/Process Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Process engineering experience

Technical calculations

Team collaboration

Health and safety awareness

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Process design tools

Calculations software

Engineering drawing packages

Job description

Our Clean Water teams are expanding across the Midlands, Wales and South West , creating opportunities for Process Engineers in Birmingham, Redditch, Derby, Cardiff, Bristol or Exeter . With significant investment driving improvements across the UK water sector, Stantec is working to develop the infrastructure needed to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable water supplies for the future.

As a Process Engineer – Clean Water , you’ll be part of a team tackling a wide range of water treatment challenges, applying your engineering knowledge to projects that make a tangible difference to communities and the environment. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and specialists, gaining exposure to different project stages while developing your technical skills and professional experience.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to the design of water treatment solutions that address real-world engineering challenges.
• Build your experience across feasibility, process design and detailed engineering.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective project outcomes.
• Develop your technical expertise and progress your career within a growing Water business.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Process Engineer, you’ll support the development and delivery of process engineering solutions across a variety of Clean Water projects. You’ll contribute to process calculations, design drawings, technical specifications and reports, helping to ensure that treatment solutions meet project requirements and relevant industry standards. You’ll also assist with assessing treatment options, developing process designs and resolving technical issues as projects progress from initial studies through to detailed design.

Working alongside senior engineers, project managers and other technical disciplines, you’ll help coordinate design activities and produce high-quality engineering deliverables. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues, expand your understanding of water treatment processes and take on increasing responsibility as your experience develops.

YOUR IMPACT

Your work will help deliver the water treatment improvements needed to support growing communities, protect water resources and maintain reliable supplies across the Midlands, Wales and South West.

You’ll contribute by:

• Developing practical engineering solutions that support effective water treatment and supply.
• Helping improve the efficiency, reliability and sustainability of water infrastructure.
• Producing accurate technical outputs that support informed project decisions.
• Working collaboratively to overcome design challenges and deliver quality engineering outcomes.
• Building the technical knowledge and experience needed to take on greater responsibility throughout your career.

ABOUT YOU Essential

• Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant professional institution or actively working towards professional registration.
• Experience in process engineering, ideally within Clean Water or a related water treatment environment.
• Understanding of process engineering principles and their application to water treatment.
• Ability to contribute to technical calculations, design documentation and engineering reports.
• Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn and develop technical expertise.
• Awareness of relevant engineering standards, design requirements and health and safety principles.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience contributing to water treatment works, treatment upgrades or water supply projects.
• Familiarity with process design tools, calculations or technical drawing packages.
• Exposure to feasibility studies, optioneering or the assessment of treatment technologies.
• Experience working across different stages of the engineering design process.
• Interest in developing knowledge of water quality, treatment performance and operational requirements.
• An active interest in professional development and working towards chartership, where not already achieved.

WHY JOIN US

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] we will talk to you about how we can support you.

Other Locations: Redditch, Derby, Cardiff, Bristol, Exeter