Senior Process Engineer (Water)
| Posting date: | 24 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £50,000 to £65,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £50.000 - £65,000 per annum + benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 December 2025 |
| Location: | Warrington, Cheshire, WA1 1PP |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4746053_1763985601 |
Summary
Your new company
We are seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join a leading consultancy delivering innovative water sector projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio, including wastewater treatment, clean water treatment, and sludge processing, while contributing to sustainable engineering solutions.
Your new role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join a leading consultancy delivering innovative water sector projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio, including wastewater treatment, clean water treatment, and sludge processing, while contributing to sustainable engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Design & Development: Deliver robust process engineering designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, including sludge handling systems.
- Feasibility Studies: Conduct technical and organisational feasibility studies, including cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments.
- Data Analysis & Testing: Collect and interpret operational and design data to inform process improvements.
- Innovation & Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to existing systems and processes.
- Project Delivery: Support project execution within established plans, ensuring compliance with client expectations and regulatory standards.
- Client Engagement: Assist in managing client relationships and contribute to proposals, tenders, and technical presentations.
- Knowledge Sharing: Promote continuous learning and innovation within the team.
- Contract & Supplier Coordination: Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers for timely, quality delivery.
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree in Chemical, Environmental, or Process Engineering (or equivalent).
- 6+ years of relevant experience in process engineering within the water sector.
- Expertise in wastewater treatment, clean water treatment, and sludge processing.
- Ability to produce and check detailed P&IDs, Control Philosophies, and equipment sizing calculations.
- Familiarity with UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Experience supervising junior colleagues is desirable.
What you'll get in return
Excellent basic salary + market leading benefits
What you need to do now
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