Senior Process Design Engineer

Browne Construction; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Investors in Diversity Silver Award

Job summary

Browne Construction seeks a Senior Process Engineer to lead process design across water and wastewater projects. You will direct multidisciplinary teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver high-quality solutions with a focus on sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

You will mentor junior engineers, promote innovation, and work to meet client needs while adhering to environmental standards. The role requires office/on-site presence at least 3 days per week.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of process engineering experience, with at least five years in the water or wastewater sector
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or active progress toward it
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline

Responsibilities

• Lead process design for water and wastewater projects across diverse portfolio
• Oversee technical delivery and guide multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure solutions meet regulatory, environmental, and client requirements
• Mentor junior engineers and champion innovation
• Collaborate with regulators, stakeholders and clients to align solutions

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Sustainability focus

Team collaboration

Water treatment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

CEng status or progress

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to take a leading role within our Design Team, responsible for planning, directing, and delivering high-quality process designs across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater treatment projects.

In this position, you will oversee technical delivery, guide multidisciplinary teams, and ensure that all solutions meet rigorous regulatory, environmental, and client requirements. You will collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, regulators, and clients to ensure each project is aligned, efficient, and future-focused.

Alongside driving technical excellence, you will mentor junior engineers, champion innovation, and promote sustainable, cost-effective treatment solutions that meet the evolving needs of the water industry.

Please note that this role requires you to be in the office or on site at least 3 times a week.

About Browne (Non - Infrastructure)

At Browne, we are engineering with purpose.

We are a leading UK contractor delivering specialist engineering, construction and maintenance services across the water, wastewater and civil engineering sectors. From building pipelines and upgrading pumping stations to delivering complex mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (MEICA) solutions, we help provide cleaner water, stronger infrastructure and more reliable services for communities across the UK.

Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of water and wastewater assets, combining civil engineering, process engineering, power systems, control systems, system integration and long-term maintenance. We work closely with our clients to deliver safe, sustainable and innovative solutions that improve operational performance and support future resilience.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities both on site and behind the scenes. Whether your skills are in engineering, project delivery, safety, sustainability, commercial, planning, automation or business support, there's a place for you at Browne. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we're proud to be a Silver Award Investors in Diversity accredited employer.

Our teams use smart technology, technical expertise and a hands-on approach to deliver high-quality outcomes safely and efficiently. From construction and infrastructure projects to advanced control systems and commissioning, we support our clients in solving complex challenges and maintaining essential services.

Browne is part of Renew Holdings plc, a UK-based group of specialist engineering businesses.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a technically strong process engineer with proven leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering innovative and sustainable water treatment solutions.

Experience

• 7–10 years' process engineering experience, with at least five years in the water or wastewater sector.
• Demonstrated success managing complex treatment projects across design, testing, and commissioning stages.
• Strong knowledge of water quality standards, environmental regulations, and industry codes.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and committed to sustainability and best practice.
• Collaborative team player with sound technical judgement and problem‑solving skills.
• In‑depth understanding of water and wastewater treatment technologies, processes, and equipment.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or active progress toward it.

If you're ready to lead process design on technically challenging and meaningful projects — and want to play a key role in delivering sustainable, high-performing water treatment solutions — we'd be delighted to hear from you.

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country