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Principal waste water process engineer

Edinburgh
Permanent
SNC-Lavalin
Process engineer
€70,000 a year
Posted: 28 January
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Shape the future of our cities and environments.

Are you a Waste Water Process Engineer passionate about making the world a better place? Join AtkinsRéalis and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments.

We are looking for an energetic and experienced Principal Waste Water Process Engineer to join our team within the Design & Advanced Technology (D&A T) Practice. You’ll be part of a talented, multidisciplinary team delivering cutting edge, iconic projects to our Water market clients – United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, Scottish Water, Northern Ireland Water and other regional water authorities.

As a key member of our team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, working on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally.

We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where world-class talent thrives without boundaries. Collaboration isn’t a buzzword – we value the different perspectives our people bring and recognise everyone for their contributions equally.

We offer hybrid working (3 days per week on site) with this position based in Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle offices.


Responsibilities

* Coordinate or manage members of a team of Process engineers for delivery of technical design work on small to complex multidisciplinary projects following relevant national and project specific design codes and standards, and to high-quality levels in all areas of wastewater treatment process and principles – conventional and advanced treatment technologies.
* Produce and review technical deliverables such as design reports, process calculations, process control philosophies.
* Work independently with minimal technical guidance, exercising personal judgement to solve difficult problems and provide guidance to junior team members.
* Provide technical input into project design deliverables for Process aspects of complex multidisciplinary projects and manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
* Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including internal and external clients, operational staff, project teams, and external stakeholders.
* Provide mentorship to less experienced colleagues and grow the Process Engineering capabilities within the team.
* Provide technical support for bid proposals.
* Work closely with and within a multidisciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
* Adhere to quality assurance standards in design including checking and reviewing your own work as well as others.


Qualifications

* Chartered or Incorporated Engineer, preferably IChemE or CIWEM.
* A degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent (e.g. Environmental, Water and Waste water engineering).
* Strong knowledge of and design experience in wastewater treatment processes and principles: preliminary, primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary treatment, sludge treatment and understanding of integrated principles and services including emissions, odour, carbon and energy management.
* Practical knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices, including CDM Regulations.
* Experience of design and delivery of projects with adherence to UK safety and environmental regulations, process safety techniques (e.g. HAZOP), knowledge of capital and operational costs - and risk assessments, as well as whole life carbon assessments.
* Proven experience in leading elements in treatment process design and integrating elements as part of an existing or new treatment process.
* Proven experience in leading, coordinating or managing people in a Process engineering design delivery team for a project within a multi-disciplinary environment.
* Takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions to design problems.
* Ability to work independently with minimal technical guidance.
* Demonstrates strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively within diverse multi-disciplinary teams.
* A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and share success across projects.

Meet some but not all the criteria? We’d still love to hear from you! Please submit your CV along with a cover letter letting us know your motivation for applying and highlighting how your skills and experience align with the role.


Rewards & Benefits

Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits tailored to your health, wellbeing and lifestyle. Training and professional development opportunities are available and you can benefit from a hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances.


Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance; offers of employment will depend on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require proof of residency in the UK of five years or longer.


Equal Opportunities

At AtkinsRéalis we are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee resource groups to support all employees. We do not discriminate on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity or orientation, age, religion or disability.

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