Principal Waste Water Process Engineer

Shape the future of our cities and environments

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping exciting projects? Join our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. We promote a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We understand that different people have different priorities, which is why we support flexible and remote working arrangements. Discuss with us what works best for you-whether it's reduced weeks, extra leave during school holidays, or transitioning back from a career break.

Your role: Principal Waste Water Process Engineer

In this role, you'll play a vital part in process engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects both domestically and internationally.

We specialize in all aspects of process engineering within the water industry, including waste-water and bioresources treatment, with opportunities spanning the UK and abroad, and sectors like nuclear. We provide industry-leading solutions from feasibility through to process commissioning, adding value with client-side support. Currently, we have opportunities in our Belfast office.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead a team in technical design work adhering to relevant standards and quality levels.
• Prepare briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to bid proposals.
• Manage time and budgets effectively to meet project milestones.
• Collaborate with UK and international teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Ensure design work complies with quality assurance standards.

What you bring:

• Chartered Chemical/Process Engineer (preferably IChemE or CIWEM).
• Experience in leading design delivery, including multidisciplinary projects.
• Fundamental understanding of integrated waste-water and bioresources treatment processes.
• Design and operational experience of main process unit operations: primary, secondary, tertiary treatment, bioresource treatment and disposal, odour, and energy management.
• Experience with process safety techniques (HAZOP, DSEAR), cost assessments, whole-life carbon assessments, and UK environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of process modeling software such as BioWin and SUMO.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are ranked among LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies in the UK and are recognized as a top employer for women by the Times. Our Infrastructure team leverages innovation, data, and new approaches to deliver essential projects and challenge the status quo. We are committed to sustainable engineering, social value, and fostering an inclusive community through active networks and support programs.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance, and offers depend on obtaining the relevant level. The process involves UKSV vetting, which may require proof of UK residency for five years or more. Please do not mention or include current or past security clearances in your application.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:

We promote a diverse, inclusive community with family-friendly policies, flexible work arrangements, and employee networks. We value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.