Process Engineer

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  • UK
  • Permanent
Process Engineer - Water / Wastewater
Manchester
Permanent

We are partnering with several top engineering consultancies and delivery partners across the UK water sector, seeking to expand Process Engineering teams as part of significant, long-term AMP frameworks. This is a fantastic opportunity to join high-performing teams working on critical infrastructure projects aimed at improving water quality, environmental sustainability, and asset resilience throughout the UK.

The Role
As a Process Engineer, you will be integral to the delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects across the full project lifecycle. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will support a range of activities, from early-stage option assessments to detailed design and construction support.

Key Responsibilities
- Provide process engineering input for water and wastewater treatment projects
- Support optioneering, feasibility studies, and outline/detailed design phases
- Produce and review technical deliverables, including:
- Process flow diagrams and process calculations
- Performance reports
- Equipment specifications
- Control philosophies
- Contribute to process optimisation of existing treatment facilities and infrastructure
- Collaborate with colleagues across civil, mechanical, electrical, and ICA disciplines
- Support digital engineering and modern design approaches
- Engage with clients and stakeholders regarding technical solutions and project progress
- Ensure all work adheres to industry standards, safety, and environmental regulations

About You
- Experience in the UK water or wastewater sector
- Strong knowledge of treatment processes and plant design
- Background in engineering consultancy or capital project delivery
- Ability to work across multiple project phases (from FEED to detailed design and delivery support)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proactive and solutions-focused mindset

Qualifications
- Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline
- Working towards or holding professional membership (such as IChemE, CIWEM, or similar)

Why Apply?
- Secure role as part of a long-term AMP project pipeline
- Chance to contribute to impactful environmental and infrastructure programmes
- Exposure to major UK water frameworks and a variety of clients
- Clear career growth and development opportunities
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

If you are interested or would like to learn more, please get in touch directly.

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