Graduate Process Engineer - Water

Opportunity

Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible, as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

No specific deadline; please apply promptly.

We are looking for a Graduate Process Engineer to be based in Newcastle, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme.

We have an exciting opening for an aspiring Process Engineer to join our dynamic and collaborative team, where you will have the opportunity to contribute on high‑profile projects, locally and nationally. You will develop your technical skills and knowledge alongside senior engineers, gaining invaluable exposure to the water industry while working on a range of developments from wastewater treatment and water recycling to clean water solutions.

Investigating nature‑based solutions is a top priority.

You will analyse and interpret data to inform project decisions, contribute to the design and development of engineering solutions, collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

We work on the entire project lifecycle from optioneering through to detailed design and implementation, and there is a possibility of site visits and investigations to broaden your understanding.

Take a look at our Water business line and review the career journey of one of our Graduate Process Engineers.

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with your Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering and a keen interest in the water industry, we’d love to receive your application if you are:

• Adaptable – you remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of demanding tasks.
• Resilient – you stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• Collaborative – you work effectively with a diverse group, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• Problem‑Solver – you are willing to challenge conventional thinking based on what you see.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office four days per week to ensure that colleagues can provide the appropriate level of support.

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection, and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract, demonstrating our commitment to your long‑term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment, Early Careers peer group, and wider ERG network

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Interviews for this position are anticipated to take place in November 2024. Please note that this is a tentative schedule, and the exact dates may vary.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment.

Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all.

If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact us to discuss how we can support you.