Process Engineer (Wastewater Network Design) in City

Rise Technical Recruitment; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in Wales is seeking a Process Engineer specialized in Wastewater Design. The role involves overseeing the adoption of new sewerage systems and providing expert guidance to developers. Candidates should possess strong technical abilities in sewerage design and hold a relevant engineering degree. This position offers a competitive salary, a car allowance, bonuses, and excellent benefits, with options for hybrid working.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

7% Pension

25 Days Holiday

Private Medical

Hybrid Working

Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced Wastewater Design Engineer or Designer.
• Strong knowledge of sewerage design, S104, and adoption policies.
• Chartered Engineer status desirable.

Responsibilities

• Technical appraisals of sewerage network designs, SuDS, pumping stations, and rising mains.
• Provide technical support and guidance on adoptability and design compliance.
• Liaise with developers, consultants, and internal teams.
• Support adoption and commissioning, producing reports and compliance checks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal design systems and processes.

Skills

Wastewater design

Technical appraisals

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Process Engineer (Wastewater Design)

Office Based or Hybrid - Locations include Cardiff, Central Belt, Gloucester or North West

50,000 - 56,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + 7% Pension + 25 Days Holiday (plus 9 bank holidays) + Private Medical + Hybrid Working + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Process/Wastewater Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking utilities provider?

On offer is the opportunity to join one of the UK's largest Water Utility businesses, playing a key role in supporting sewerage adoptions and future infrastructure development.

This well-established company is part of a major group delivering comprehensive multi-utility solutions across electricity, water, wastewater, and clean heat networks. They pride themselves on service excellence, innovation, and providing a great place to work for their people.

In this role, you will oversee the adoption of new sewerage systems, sewer diversions, and pre-planning enquiries. Acting as the main point of contact for developers, you will carry out technical appraisals, provide expert guidance, and ensure compliance with S104 and industry standards. You'll also contribute to continuous improvement across systems and processes, supporting long-term growth.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sewerage design within a developer, consultancy, or water company environment, with a detailed knowledge of adoption policies, S104, and design/construction guidance.

The Role:

• Technical appraisals of sewerage network designs, SuDS, pumping stations, and rising mains.
• Provide technical support and guidance on adoptability and design compliance.
• Liaise with developers, consultants, and internal teams.
• Support adoption and commissioning, producing reports and compliance checks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal design systems and processes.

The Person:

• Experienced Wastewater Design Engineer or Designer.
• Strong knowledge of sewerage design, S104, and adoption policies.
• Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Chartered Engineer status desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.