Process Engineer

Glan Agua Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy in wastewater treatment is seeking a Process Engineer to provide technical support for wastewater and sludge processing projects. The ideal candidate will have a BSc or BEng, at least 2 years of industry experience, and strong project management skills. The role may involve travel across the UK. Full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Willingness to travel across the UK; short-term away work possible.
• Full clean driver’s licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and desk-based technical process support.
• Manage all project aspects including proposals and resources.
• Develop a network of existing and new clients.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Dynamic problem-solving approach

Project management experience

Customer-facing experience

Education

BSc or BEng in relevant field

Job description

Process Engineer - Industrial Wastewater Treatment Projects

Location: Glanua, Wakefield, England, United Kingdom

Who We Are

• Aqua Operations Ltd provides operational and technical consultancy to domestic wastewater and industrial effluent treatment sectors.
• Concept Engineering – rapid assessment of optimum solutions.
• Automated Engineering – innovative technology solutions for engineering design and costing.
• Detailed Design – multidisciplinary design team.
• Commercial Engineering – optimise decisions on need, scope, cost and risk.
• Process Commissioning – ensure plant performance and optimisation.

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to provide practical and technical support for environmental consultancy projects on commercial, industrial, municipal wastewater and sludge processing projects.

Responsibilities

• Operational and Commissioning Support – on-site and desk-based technical process support for operational, commissioning and process consultancy projects.
• Project Management – manage all project aspects including proposals, RAMS, resources, time, contractors, client relationships and financials.
• Support QHSE manager with development, implementation and continual improvement of standard procedures and quality systems.
• Business Development – develop a network of existing and new clients and manage client relationships to support growth.

Qualifications

• BSc or BEng (minimum) in relevant field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dynamic problem‑solving approach and ability to think outside the box.
• Willingness to travel across the UK; short-term away work possible.
• Full clean driver’s licence and access to own vehicle.
• Strong theoretical knowledge in water/wastewater chemistry, microbiology, engineering.
• Practical experience on industrial or water utility sites.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to develop SOPs and scientific reports.
• Good awareness of H&S requirements (RAMS, permits, inductions).
• Customer‑facing experience in a professional setting.
• Understanding of site engineering (pumps, mixers, aeration systems, control philosophies).

Preferred Experience

• Developing and undertaking laboratory methods.
• Strong report‑writing skills.
• Business development skills.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

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