Senior/Principal Process Engineer

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

Undertake process design work for projects and studies including the following typical activities and deliverables:-

• Concept design and layout development
• Process descriptions and design basis
• Material balances
• Preparation of process flow diagrams & piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Preparation of equipment lists, equipment datasheets, specifications
• Fluids lists and materials selection
• Process hazard studies (including HAZOP) and design safety reviews
• Detailed process design calculations
• Pressure relief design
• Hazardous area classification/assessment
• Utilities schedules, utilities flow diagrams and line sizing
• Process simulation using Hysys / Aspen Plus.
• Checking / Approval of process deliverables
• Commissioning plans and support
• Supervision of graduate engineers
• Line management of graduate engineers

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• BEng / MEng Chemical Engineering or Biochemical Engineering, working towards or already achieved (for principal) C Eng and MIChemE membership.
• Knowledge of process engineering design in fine chemicals, pharmaceutical and/or biopharmaceutical industries OR Operating experience within chemicals or pharmaceutical sectors would be beneficial.
• Awareness of process safety systems design in high hazard industries and /or process safety training . eg HAZOP, Hazardous Area Assessment, SIL assessment, Pressure Relief
• Experience with process modelling software (steady state & dynamic).
• Awareness of applicable regulatory standards, policies, and codes of practice for the process industries.
• Good interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a multi-discipline team. Versatile, reliable and resourceful.
• Personal qualities that include the ability to gain trust and confidence with a variety of clients as well as within the company.
• Customer focus, commitment to quality management and problem solving.
• Ability to work as an engineer on a variety of projects at the same time.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.