At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative engineering projects in wastewater treatment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Company: Join a global leader in water solutions with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, well-being benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive, inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while advancing your career in a dynamic industry.
- Qualifications: Master’s degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering preferred; problem solvers welcome.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
Your impact
As an integral part of nearly 600 water professionals, you will gain the opportunity to work on and deliver a range of high‑profile innovative multi‑year Frameworks and Projects, delivering world‑class engineering solutions across the design, build and asset management of high‑value CAPEX programmes for waste water treatment systems, pumping stations and sewer networks.
Working across multidisciplinary teams, in this role your remit will include:
- Lead cross‑functional innovative engineering and technology initiatives and pilot systems including membrane bioreactors, anaerobic digestion etc.
- Develop process flow diagrams and layout plans.
- Select appropriate treatment technologies (e.g., MBR, SBR).
- Develop and implement corrective actions to restore optimal performance.
- Project manage the delivery of wastewater infrastructure throughout a project lifecycle.
- Develop and implement process optimisation solutions.
- Collaborate with civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers on plant new builds and upgrades.
Alongside our existing portfolio of UK‑wide high‑profile projects, our recent success in securing a strategic high‑value design and build framework will provide you the platform and opportunity to grow your career in the water industry.
Qualifications
We are eager to hear from problem solvers, solutions‑driven proactive candidates who have a background in:
- Water and/or wastewater networks
- Water and/or wastewater treatment works
- Mass water conveyance
- Heat transfer
- Waste to Energy
A Master’s degree or equivalent in Chemical or Environmental Engineering and Chartered Status (CEng) with a recognised Professional Institute would be beneficial.
Benefits and Flexibility
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
Equal Opportunity
As a disability‑confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria and welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
Principal Process Engineer - Water in Manchester employer: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.
At Jacobs, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among nearly 600 water professionals. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide flexible working arrangements, comprehensive well-being benefits, and unique opportunities to engage in high-profile projects that make a meaningful impact in the water industry. Join us to cultivate your career while contributing to world-class engineering solutions in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Contact Details:
Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. Recruitment Team
