Senior Process Engineer

Black & White Engineering; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering is seeking an experienced Principal Process Engineer to take technical ownership of on-site power generation systems for major data centre projects in the UK.

You will oversee whole-plant integration, coordinating turbines, fuel and exhaust interfaces, and related mechanical infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Hybrid working from a UK office location is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Extensive process engineering experience in power plants.
• Ability to assess whole-system performance and interfaces.
• Willingness to travel to project locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering input into the design and integration of on-site power generation systems for data centre projects.
• Assess how turbines, fuel systems, exhaust systems and supporting mechanical infrastructure interface as part of the complete power plant.
• Ensure individual subsystems operate effectively both independently and as part of the wider generation system.
• Identify and resolve complex design and performance issues including exhaust system constraints and turbine back pressure.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure interfaces are understood, managed and reflected within the overall plant design.
• Provide technical review and assurance across power generation designs, challenging assumptions and identifying opportunities to improve performance and functionality.
• Support projects and engineering teams across different locations, including travel to project or site locations as required.

Skills

Power plant design

Turbines

On-site power generation

Interface management

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Are you an experienced Process Engineer with a strong understanding of power plant design and on-site power generation? This Principal-level role offers the opportunity to take technical ownership of complex power generation systems supporting major data centre projects.

You will bring a whole-plant perspective, understanding how generation equipment, fuel systems, turbines, exhaust systems and associated mechanical infrastructure come together as one integrated solution.

The role requires someone who can look beyond individual packages, identify where system interfaces could affect performance and ensure separate subsystems operate effectively as part of the complete plant.

This role can be based from any of our UK offices. You'll be expected to work hybrid from the office closest to your location.

What’s in It For You

Whole-Plant Technical Ownership - Take a leading role in the design and integration of on-site power generation systems, influencing how individual plant components work together to deliver reliable overall performance.

Complex Engineering Challenges - Apply your experience to technically demanding problems including turbine performance, exhaust design, back pressure and the interaction between interconnected mechanical and process systems.

Data Centre Project Exposure - Bring your power generation expertise into the data centre sector, working on projects where resilient and effective on-site generation is a critical part of the overall engineering solution.

Influence Design Decisions - Work across disciplines to identify potential interface and performance issues early, challenge designs where required and help shape practical solutions based on a strong understanding of real-world plant operation.

Technical Leadership - Operate as a senior technical voice within the team, providing design assurance, sharing your knowledge and supporting engineers across complex power generation and process challenges.

Supportive Engineering Culture - Join a business built around Accountability, Integrity, Simplicity and Supportiveness, with the opportunity to make a visible contribution as our capabilities and project portfolio continue to develop.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead process engineering input into the design and integration of on-site power generation systems for data centre projects.
• Assess how turbines, fuel systems, exhaust systems and supporting mechanical infrastructure interface as part of the complete power plant.
• Ensure individual subsystems are designed to operate effectively both independently and as part of the wider generation system.
• Identify and resolve complex design and performance issues including exhaust system constraints and turbine back pressure.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure interfaces are understood, managed and reflected within the overall plant design.
• Provide technical review and assurance across power generation designs, challenging assumptions and identifying opportunities to improve performance and functionality.
• Support projects and engineering teams across different locations, including travel to project or site locations as required.
• Strong process engineering experience within power plant design and on-site power generation.
• Proven understanding of integrated power generation systems including turbines, fuel interfaces, exhaust systems and associated mechanical plant.
• Ability to assess whole-system performance and identify how individual subsystem designs and interfaces can affect overall plant operation.
• Experience identifying and resolving complex technical issues associated with power generation plant performance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Flexibility to travel as and when required to support projects and site activities.

Learning & Development

You will be joining a community that focuses on learning and development through regular lunch and learn sessions and investment in accredited professional courses or educational programmes. You can set the pace for your professional development, and whatever path you choose, you will receive relevant support.

Company Overview

Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific.

We are a leading provider of engineering design services for the data centre sector, delivering expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Structural, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management and wider specialist infrastructure disciplines.

Our teams support projects across all areas of the construction industry, offering practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real-world installation, maintenance and operational performance.

As one of the fastest-growing consultancies in our industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression. Many of our engineers have developed into leadership roles as the business has expanded. Joining Black & White Engineering means making a meaningful impact with clients and colleagues while receiving the recognition you deserve.