Senior Associate - Process Engineer

at  Mott MacDonald

Senior Associate - Process Engineer
Country: United Kingdom
Position Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom / Bristol, United Kingdom
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Pattern: Full Time
Sector: Water
Discipline: Water
Job Ref: 1550
Recruiter Contact: Tim Penlington

MOTT MACDONALD IS A MARKET LEADER IN THE UK WATER SECTOR, BEING A KEY SUPPLIER TO MAJOR WATER COMPANIES AND DELIVERING A WIDE VARIETY OF ENGINEERING AND ADVISORY PROJECTS IN SUPPORT TO THE CHALLENGES FACED BY THE SECTOR. OUR WATER CONSULTANCY DIVISION HAS AMBITIOUS GROWTH PLANS IN LINE WITH AMP8 INVESTMENT NEEDS AND WE ARE PROUD OF OUR STRONG REPUTATION IN THE INDUSTRY WHICH IS ALLOWING US TO EXPAND OUR BUSINESS.

Having been appointed to a large UK water consultancy framework in 2024, we are looking for a new Process Engineering Lead. This technical and strategic position requires someone keen to build on the good work done in establishing our position on this framework and drive the development of our process engineering solutions to deliver value for our client.
This is a key role on the framework and will involve leading a growing resource pool of process engineers in our Western region to plan the strategic delivery of water and/or wastewater treatment solutions and deliver technically excellent outputs to meet client needs.
The role is expected to develop and evolve in line with the framework requirements and the candidates’ own skills and development areas. It offers an excellent progression route within the business and the opportunity to develop future-proofed services and solutions that embrace latest innovations in digital technology and process engineering science. It also offers the opportunity to develop the next generation of talent within our business.
We are looking for a driven individual, keen to make a difference in the sector, take wide responsibilities and progress professionally.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or related engineering field.
• Chartered Status (CEng) with a recognised Professional Institution.
• A deep understanding of conventional and innovative water and/or wastewater treatment technologies.
• Track record of process engineering technical leadership, being client facing and driving innovation and low carbon solutions.
• Significant experience in development and delivery of outline, feasibility and detailed process engineering design solutions within the UK water sector using appropriate calculation tools.
• Track record in conducting water and/or wastewater treatment plant and process root-cause analysis reviews.
• Ability to support process elements of bids, fee proposals or offers of service.
• Excellent technical report writing skills using concise English.
• Ability to check and review technical deliverables, calculations and reports.
• Strong communication skills with experience in effective collaboration across internal multi-disciplinary teams as well as Client teams
• Desire to take a leading role with client engagement on process engineering needs in the West of the UK.
• Ability to travel to sites in various locations across the West of England and Wales.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.