
Principal Process Engineer
Job Description
Posted on: February 20, 2026
Principal Wastewater Process EngineerContract | Remote Working | £500–£600 per day (Inside IR35)
An exciting opportunity for a Principal Wastewater Process Engineer to support a major capital delivery programme, working on high-value wastewater infrastructure projects with flexibility to work fully remote, while staying connected to a collaborative UK-based engineering team.
You’ll provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle — from feasibility and design through to operational support — shaping innovative, sustainable solutions on multi-million-pound wastewater schemes.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading wastewater process design through feasibility, outline and detailed design
- Setting technical direction and supporting strategic decision-making
- Reviewing process models, PFDs, mass balances, P&IDs and supplier proposals
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety, environmental and technical standards
- Driving best-value, whole-life and low-carbon engineering solutions
- Providing expert guidance and mentoring to process engineers
- Attending design reviews to present solutions and manage risk
What we’re looking for
- Extensive wastewater process design experience
- Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline (Master’s desirable)
- Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional status
- Strong technical leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
What’s on offer
- 💻 Remote working
- 🌊 High-profile wastewater projects
- 💷 £500–£600 per day (Inside IR35)
- ⏱ 12 months + Long-term contract potential
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