Senior Principal Process Engineer - Clean Water

Stantec; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Professional subscriptions & growth

Job summary

Stantec in the Midlands is seeking a Senior Principal Process Engineer to provide technical leadership across Clean Water programmes, shaping solutions that improve resilience, efficiency and sustainability. You’ll deliver process engineering from feasibility to design, coordinate with other disciplines, engage with clients and project managers, and mentor engineers.

This role supports growth of Stantec’s Clean Water capability across Birmingham, Redditch, Derby, Cardiff, Bristol and Exeter and

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant professional institution.
• Significant experience in Clean Water process engineering within the UK water sector.
• Strong design, optimisation and technical leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering delivery across Clean Water projects from feasibility to implementation.
• Develop process solutions, calculations and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical and other disciplines.
• Mentor and develop engineers and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentoring engineers

Stakeholder management

UK water standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Job description

Stantec is growing its Clean Water Process Engineering capability across the Midlands, Wales and South West, with opportunities based in Birmingham, Redditch, Derby, Cardiff, Bristol or Exeter.

We’re looking for a Senior Principal Process Engineer to provide technical leadership across a growing portfolio of Clean Water projects, helping shape solutions that improve resilience, efficiency and sustainability.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Lead technical direction across major Clean Water programmes.
• Influence process strategy, optioneering and design decisions.
• Strengthen our regional Clean Water capability and technical reputation.
• Develop and mentor engineers across our growing teams.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You’ll take responsibility for process engineering delivery on Clean Water projects, working across the project lifecycle from optioneering and feasibility through to design and implementation.

Your role will include developing process solutions, undertaking design calculations, preparing technical documentation and reviewing deliverables to ensure they meet project requirements. You’ll coordinate closely with civil, mechanical, electrical and other engineering disciplines, helping to resolve technical challenges and keep projects moving forward.

You’ll also have regular interaction with clients, contractors and project managers, giving you the opportunity to build strong professional relationships and develop your understanding of the wider commercial and project environment. Supporting and mentoring developing engineers will also be an important part of your role.

YOUR IMPACT

You’ll help shape significant investment in Clean Water infrastructure across the Midlands, Wales and South West, ensuring projects deliver resilient, sustainable and technically robust solutions.

Your expertise will help to:

• Influence major treatment and water infrastructure investment decisions.
• Improve the quality and efficiency of Clean Water project delivery.
• Provide technical confidence and assurance across complex programmes.
• Develop the next generation of process engineering leaders.
• Support the continued growth of Stantec’s Clean Water capability across Birmingham, Redditch, Derby, Cardiff, Bristol and Exeter.

ABOUT YOU

Essential

• Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant professional institution.
• Significant experience in Clean Water process engineering within the UK water sector.
• Extensive technical experience across water treatment processes, process design, optimisation and/or strategic water infrastructure.
• Proven experience providing technical leadership and assurance on complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong understanding of UK water industry standards, regulations and best practice.
• Proven ability to provide authoritative technical advice and influence project and design decisions.
• Experience leading, mentoring and developing engineers and technical teams.

Desirable

• Experience across water treatment works, water resources, strategic supply or asset improvement programmes.
• Experience developing process strategies, optioneering studies or innovative treatment solutions.
• Experience contributing to bids, frameworks and business development activities.
• Experience developing technical standards, specifications or design approaches.
• Strong understanding of emerging Clean Water challenges including water scarcity, climate resilience and changing water quality requirements.
• Experience building strong relationships with senior stakeholders and supporting the development of high-performing technical teams.

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.

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

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.