At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative clean water projects and drive impactful engineering solutions.
- Company: Join AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering firm shaping the future of infrastructure.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, flexible working, and tailored benefits for your lifestyle.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for travel and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in water treatment and tackle global challenges with a talented team.
- Qualifications: Degree in Chemical Engineering and extensive experience in clean water process engineering.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Shape the Future of our cities and environments. The Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice of AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Technical Director for Clean Water Process to join our team in the UK. We are looking for an energetic and experienced Clean Water Process Engineer that can both lead as technical expert in water treatment and drive forward business results. AtkinsRéalis specialise in all aspects of process engineering within the Water Sector, including water, waste water and bioresources in the UK and internationally.
As a key member of our technical leadership team, you’ll play a vital role in shaping and delivering transformational programmes of critical UK infrastructure for our Water market clients – clients like Thames Water, Anglian Water, Environment Agency, Welsh Water, United Utilities, Scottish Water, and more. You’ll be part of and lead in talented, multi-disciplinary teams delivering cutting edge, iconic projects across the water sector at home (UK) and abroad.
Your role as a Clean Water Process Technical Director in the D&AT Practice includes the following responsibilities:
- Provide Technical Leadership within discipline for the national D&AT practice.
- Influence D&AT Practice wide initiatives and recommend best practices to improve internal processes and services.
- Serve as a recognised expert and technical authority in Clean Water Process Engineering across the D&AT Practice and wider AtkinsRéalis business.
- Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including internal and external clients, operational staff, project teams, or external stakeholders.
- Recommend and drive improvements to processes, services, and technical practices while ensuring robust engineering governance is consistently upheld.
- Oversee technical input into bid proposals, defining the delivery strategy and working with cross‑functional teams to prepare high‑quality, compliant, competitive submissions.
- Proactively identify opportunities for cross‑selling and business growth, using commercial insight to strengthen and expand client relationships.
- Grow, develop, and manage the Clean Water Process engineering capability within the national practice, supporting talent development and succession planning.
- Provide strategic oversight across multiple complex, multidisciplinary projects, ensuring technical excellence, safe delivery, and alignment with client and practice objectives.
About you: The ideal candidate would be a well-rounded and versatile individual who exemplifies the following key skills and attributes:
- A degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent (e.g. Environmental, Water Engineering, etc.)
- Chartered Engineer (preferably IChemE or CIWEM).
- Extensive experience in progressively senior technical roles, including significant leadership of complex, high‑risk, cross‑disciplinary projects and programmes.
- Nationally or internationally recognised subject matter expertise in clean water treatment process and principles.
- Expert knowledge of current design codes and standards as well as industry best practices.
- Commercially astute, with experience shaping winning proposals and driving practice and business growth.
- Demonstrates strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas with clarity.
- A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and shared success.
We offer hybrid working which involves 3 days per week travel/office based. This position can be based at any of our main locations: Epsom, London, Bristol, Exeter, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, or Glasgow.
We’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be.
Technical Director - Clean Water Process Engineering in Cambridge employer: AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development, particularly in the dynamic field of environmental consultancy. Located in London, our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and sustainability, providing team members with the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects while working alongside industry experts. We are committed to supporting your journey towards chartership and offer a range of benefits that enhance work-life balance and professional advancement.
