Process Engineer

Process Engineer – Anaerobic Digestion

Location: Near Edinburgh
Contract: Fixed‑Term Contract – 3 Months
Hours: Full‑time
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently seeking an experienced Process Engineer to join a leading Anaerobic Digestion (AD) facility near Edinburgh on a 3-month fixed‑term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and optimising plant performance, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards, and driving continuous improvement across the operation.

• Monitor, analyse and optimise Anaerobic Digestion plant performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency, reliability and output.
• Support daily plant operations to ensure safe and compliant performance.
• Analyse process data and trends to identify performance improvements and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Work closely with operational and maintenance teams to maximise plant availability and efficiency.
• Assist in the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives.
• Support the management of feedstock, digestion performance, biogas production and digestate quality.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, legislation and company procedures.
• Participate in site inspections, audits and safety reviews.
• Maintain accurate operational records and reports.
• Contribute to maintaining ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Promote a positive health, safety and environmental culture across the site.

• Proven experience within a process engineering role in Anaerobic Digestion, Biogas, Waste, Water, Energy, Chemical, Utilities or similar process industries.
• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of industrial process operations and optimisation.
• Experience analysing operational data and implementing process improvements.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements within industrial environments.
• Certificate of Technical Competence (CoTC) or relevant training and awareness to ensure internal Competence Management System (CMS) standards are achieved and maintained.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑motivated, proactive and able to work independently.

• Experience with in Anaerobic Digestion or Biogas production facilities.
• IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Awareness of DSEAR and ATEX regulations.
• Knowledge of biological treatment processes and renewable energy generation.
• Experience working within ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Understanding of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) systems and asset performance management.
• Confined Space Training.
• Working at Height Certification.
• First Aid Qualification.
• Process leadership or supervisory experience.

• Strong work ethic with a hands‑on approach.
• Safety‑conscious with a strong awareness of environmental responsibilities.
• Analytical and data‑driven mindset.
• Flexible and adaptable within a changing operational environment.
• Takes ownership of tasks and drives continuous improvement.
• Able to prioritise workload and focus on key operational objectives.
• Professional, reliable and team‑oriented.

• Location: Near Edinburgh
• Duration: 3‑month Fixed‑Term Contract
• Sector: Anaerobic Digestion / Renewable Energy / Process Engineering
• Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

This is an excellent opportunity for a Process Engineer to support the optimisation and performance of a renewable energy facility, contributing to sustainable energy generation and operational excellence.

Working Shifts on site, either 6:00 am - 2:30 pm or 11:30 am - 8:00 pm, with 30‑minute lunch breaks. 40 hours per week.