Senior Principal Process Engineer in West Malling

Energy Jobline ZR; West Malling; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water resources firm is looking for a Principal Process Engineer to join their team in the South of England. This role involves delivering innovative Wastewater projects through all project phases, mentoring junior engineers, and maintaining the highest standards of client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemical/Process Engineering and previous experience in the water industry, along with strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Free private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Flexible working arrangements

Industry leading training and development

Qualifications

• Ideally Chartered with demonstrable experience in the water industry.
• Experience working in a design and construction environment preferable.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience managing staff and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ground-breaking Wastewater projects from inception through to construction.
• Leverage technical expertise to support Project Managers and ensure high-level execution.
• Mentor and develop a team of Process Engineers across the region.

Skills

Process calculations

Mass balance

Control philosophy

Commissioning

HAZOPs

P&ID development

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Job description

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Job Description

Are you an experienced Process Engineer looking for a new position in the Water sector? Join Stantec, a globally recognised leader in Water and natural resources. As AMP8 gets underway, we are looking for a Principal Process Engineer with experience in Wastewater to join our dynamic team in the South of England. This role can be based in Brighton, Ashford, Kings Hill or Southampton. We partner with key clients as strategic advisors, setting the gold standard in the industry according to NCE listings.

In this pivotal role, you will play a leading part in delivering ground‑breaking Wastewater projects from inception through to construction. You will leverage your technical expertise to support Project Managers and ensure high‑level execution – meeting cost, schedule, and quality objectives while exceeding client expectations. You will also be involved in mentoring and developing a team of Process Engineers across the region and nurturing strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams throughout the business.

About You

• A degree in Chemical/Process Engineering (or equivalent)
• Ideally Chartered with demonstrable experience in the water industry
• Experience working in a design and construction environment preferable
• Experience in key process skills, including: process calculations, mass balance, control philosophy, commissioning, HAZOPs and P&ID development
• The ability to translate client needs into actionable solutions and guide project execution effectively
• Strong leadership and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience managing staff and fostering a culture of continuous learning

Why Join us?

• Our People Culture: We’re a close‑knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment
• Awards: Stantec were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great Projects in all of our sectors across the UK&I
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions

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, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information, and other protected classes.

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.

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