Principal Process Engineer - Wastewater

Overview

At Jacobs, we are driving the transformation of the UK water industry, delivering high‑value, innovative, and sustainable solutions that protect resources and strengthen resilience.

• Lead cross‑functional engineering and technology initiatives and pilot systems, including membrane bioreactors and anaerobic digestion.
• Develop process flow diagrams and layout plans.
• Select appropriate treatment technologies such as M  or S .
• Develop and implement corrective actions to restore optimal performance.
• Project manage the delivery of wastewater infrastructure throughout a project lifecycle.
• Develop and implement process optimization solutions.
• Collaborate with civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers on plant new builds and upgrades.

• Background in water and/or wastewater networks, water and/or wastewater treatment works, mass water conveyance, heat transfer, bioresource, project engineering/management, or waste to energy.
• A Master's Degree or equivalent in Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
• Chartered Status (CEng) with a recognised Professional Institute (beneficial).

We are a disability confident employer and welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and those who may not meet all listed requirements.