Process Engineer - Water

Stantec; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Private medical insurance

Annual leave with buy/sell options

Pension plan

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Process Engineer to support process engineering across clean water and wastewater projects in the UK. You will develop technical knowledge while collaborating with experienced engineers and project teams to deliver solutions.

You will contribute to feasibility through to construction support, performing calculations, reports and technical studies, with opportunities for mentoring and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience or interest in process engineering and the water sector.
• Understanding of process engineering principles and water/wastewater treatment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Enthusiasm to learn, develop and build technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Support development of process engineering solutions: calculations, mass balances, hydraulic assessments and treatment evaluations.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, calculations and other engineering deliverables.
• Support process design from feasibility to detailed design and construction support.
• Contribute to site investigations, asset assessments, treatment optimisation and technical studies.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and assist projects in understanding client requirements and delivering practical engineering solutions.
• Build technical capability through mentoring, training and hands-on project experience while contributing to innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Workload management

Learning mindset

Education

Chemical or Process Engineering degree

Tools

Job description

The Opportunity

From improving treatment performance to developing new infrastructure, process engineering plays a key role in how water companies respond to the challenges facing the sector. At Stantec, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of clean water and wastewater projects, gaining experience across different technologies, assets and stages of the project lifecycle.

The Opportunity

From improving treatment performance to developing new infrastructure, process engineering plays a key role in how water companies respond to the challenges facing the sector. At Stantec, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of clean water and wastewater projects, gaining experience across different technologies, assets and stages of the project lifecycle.

About The Role

As a Process Engineer, you’ll support the delivery of process engineering work across clean water and wastewater projects, developing your technical knowledge while working closely with experienced engineers and project teams.

You Will

• Support the development of process engineering solutions, including calculations, mass balances, hydraulic assessments and treatment evaluations.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, calculations and other engineering deliverables.
• Support process design from feasibility and concept through to detailed design and construction support.
• Contribute to site investigations, asset assessments, treatment optimisation and technical studies.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and support project teams in understanding client requirements and developing practical engineering solutions.
• Build your technical capability through mentoring, training and hands‑on project experience, while contributing to innovation and continuous improvement.

YOUR IMPACT

Your work will contribute to the delivery of resilient and sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure across the UK. By supporting the development and optimisation of treatment processes and infrastructure, you’ll help clients respond to changing environmental requirements and deliver reliable services for communities.

As a Process Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, learn from experienced specialists and progressively take on greater responsibility as you develop your technical and project delivery skills.

ABOUT YOU Essential

• Degree qualified in Chemical or Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience or an interest in developing a career within process engineering and the water sector.
• Understanding of process engineering principles and water or wastewater treatment.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage your workload and meet agreed deadlines.
• Enthusiasm to learn, develop and build your technical expertise.

Desirable

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (CEng/IEng) or actively working towards
• Membership of a relevant professional institution such as CIWEM, IChemE, ICE or IMechE.
• Previous experience within the water, wastewater, utilities or infrastructure sectors.
• Experience with process calculations, mass balances, hydraulic assessments or treatment evaluations.
• Experience supporting technical reports, engineering studies or design development.
• Experience of site investigations, testing, commissioning or asset optimisation.
• Interest in digital innovation, sustainability and developing new approaches to process engineering.

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.

If you’re looking to develop your Process Engineering career and gain experience across a diverse range of clean water and wastewater projects, we’d love to hear from you.

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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.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success.

If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

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 [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.