Principal Process Engineer in Croydon

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client-focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach. Pell Frischmann is part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG-Stiftung. RAG-Stiftung is a foundation with the long-term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.

Main Purpose of the Job

Reporting to the Process, M&E Director you will join an established team of Process, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers. You will be expected to lead multidisciplinary design schemes, assist with delivery of projects within the Water and Waste sectors as well as providing line management to a group of highly motivated, developing engineers.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Act in the capacity of Lead Process Engineer on both single and multi-disciplinary projects.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams, ensuring the application of best practices and innovative solutions.
• Undertake site and process surveys of existing water industry infrastructure.
• Develop and review process designs, specifications, and documentation.
• Undertake checks and reviews of process designs prepared by others.
• Effectively manage project stakeholders (clients, contractors and other design disciplines etc).
• Implement the project requirements to fully meet the client specification in accordance with relevant standards.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the other Pell Frischmann discipline leads on projects.

Essential Experience

• A considerable level of experience in Process Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of water treatment processes, technologies, and regulatory standards.
• Experience of outline and detailed process design aspects of Water and Waste Sector.
• A good understanding of all relevant standards and Codes of Practice and Health and Safety Legislation relevant to the Water and Waste sector.
• Experience in using current design methods.
• Be a proactive team player with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).

Preferred Experience

• Experience of ATEX/DSEAR.
• Experience with HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) analysis and implementation.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Chartered Chemical Engineer: CEng (or working towards membership).

Preferred Qualifications

• CAD/BIM applications.
• Full UK driving license.

Why Pell Frischmann?

We are one of the UK's most influential and highly respected firms of infrastructure and built environment professionals. We provide a collaborative and supportive working environment, where you’ll have the freedom and flexibility to create your own pathway and make a real impact within the business and in the communities in which you will operate.

We’ll support your ongoing personal and professional development as your career progresses, allowing you to reach your full potential. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and are delighted to be a part of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme. We’re happy to talk about flexible working and are committed to promoting the wellbeing of all our employees.

In addition, you’ll receive a competitive salary and other excellent benefits.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please click “Apply for this job” below to complete our short application form and upload a copy of your CV. Please remove any personal details such as your home address and date of birth from your CV. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a diversity monitoring form. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects at all grades the diverse communities that we serve. Any information provided on this form will be treated as strictly confidential and will not be seen by those involved in the selection process.