Senior Process Engineer in Leeds

Location: Flexible Hybrid working from one of UK offices. We are a global consultancy with a presence in 16 countries, delivering engineering solutions across multiple disciplines including water and wastewater treatment.

Key Accountabilities

• Integrate within a multi‑disciplinary design team to deliver robust design solutions for clients.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines including civil, M&E and structural engineering.
• Communicate effectively with clients and senior staff.
• Manage a challenging workload independently.
• Act as a team player with a mature approach and first‑class interpersonal skills.
• Adhere to all Codes of Practice, Design Standards and Health & Safety Regulations.
• Represent and promote Ayesa Engineering in a professional manner and develop effective working relationships with clients and potential clients.
• Manage projects in compliance with the Ayesa Engineering Integrated Management System (IMS).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in water treatment and/or wastewater & industrial effluent treatment.
• Degree in chemical, process or environmental engineering; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Deep understanding of the principles of water treatment and/or wastewater & industrial effluent treatment.
• Proven track record in developing process solutions in industrial and municipal settings, compliant with Irish and UK specifications.
• Experience in process selection, design, application engineering, proposal support and operational support.
• Experience developing the full cycle of a treatment process from concept to detailed design.
• Ability to undertake preliminary and detailed design of water/wastewater treatment plants and achieve the desired treatment criteria.
• Skill in producing equipment drawings, plant layouts, PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams) and P&IDs (Process & Instrumentation Drawings).
• Competence in developing process mass balance, hydraulic, energy and mechanical calculations as part of the detailed design.
• Analytical ability to solve complex problems and conceive innovative solutions.
• Strong work ethic, initiative and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication with clients, colleagues and outside agencies.
• Commitment to continued professional development and staying up to date with current industry developments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working.
• Employer pension match scheme.
• Income protection insurance.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Training and development programme.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Sports and social activities.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (increasing with years of service).
• Recognition awards for contributions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.