SLRs mission is to make sustainability happen. This requires technical solutions covering a wide range of areas energy from waste thermal process carbon capture and hydrogen to mention just a few. Interest in these and other technical solutions is growing and our Process Engineering team is expanding. We are seeking an experienced engineer and project manager to support the origination development and due diligence of Energy from Waste thermal processing and carbon capture projects.
Youll join an established highperforming team with deep expertise in the Energy from Waste (EfW) and thermal processing industries contributing to a wide range of innovative technically challenging and commercially impactful projects. Youll work both independently and collaboratively managing projects supporting business development mentoring colleagues and helping grow our teams capability.
Based in the UK (location flexible) the role will focus primarily onEfW thermal processing and carbon capture project origination development due diligence and technical delivery with additional exposure to biomethane AD sustainable fuels wastewater recycling and circular economy projects across the UK and internationally.
The Role
Youll lead and support the delivery of EfW thermal processing and carbon capture projects from concept through to commissioning working closely with clients contractors and multidisciplinary teams. The role includes:
- Originating and managing energy from waste thermal processing and carbon capture projects across the full project lifecycle
- Preparing concept designs feasibility studies and technical assessments
- Reviewing thirdparty designs proposals and operational models and preparing technical due diligence reports for funders
- Preparing technical and procurement documentation schematics and drawings and supporting contract management during construction
- Assisting with modelling to determine plant energy and mass balances emissions thermodynamic calculations and basic financial metrics
- Conducting site inspections witnessing verification and supervision during construction commissioning and testing
- Troubleshooting operational plant including thermal mechanical and biological waste and recycling operations
- Developing client relationships attending conferences preparing proposals and winning new work
- Supporting other SLR teams with technical and process engineering expertise across diverse sustainabilityfocused projects
Youll collaborate with colleagues across Process Engineering Advisory Environmental Management & Compliance Land & Water and Environmental Specialist Services with opportunities to work on complex highimpact projects in the UK and overseas and the role will involve travel to client sites across these regions as required.
Rewards & Benefits
SLRs One Team culture is at the heart of our business providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Through a structured career framework regular performance reviews and full support toward chartership professional qualifications and licences we offer outstanding opportunities for longterm career progression.
Our flexible benefits & rewards package includes:
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Life income and travel insurance
- Critical illness cover
- Salary sacrifice car lease and cycletowork schemes
- Volunteering and Community Giving
We believe sustainable careers need balance thats why we offer:
- Flexible hybrid and agile working
- 25 days annual leave plus flexible public holidays
- Buy or sell leave options
- Core working hours
- Crossborder remote working and sabbatical opportunities
Family life and wellbeing matter at SLR:
We provide enhanced maternity paternity and adoption leave access to an Employee Assistance Programme and specialist support for mental health stress and menopause supporting our people both professionally and personally.
About You
Youll bring:
- A degree in Engineering or a related discipline
- Experience in Energy from Waste thermal processing and carbon capture sectors
- Experience managing technical projects ideally including construction operations or consultancy roles
- Strong numeracy and confidence with data modelling and analysis
- Excellent report writing skills and proficiency with Excel Word and PowerPoint
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication skills with a friendly logical and organised approach
- A full driving licence valid in the UK
Desirable:
- A relevant Masters degree
- Chartered Engineer status (or working toward it)
- Experience with due diligence operations contract management or procurement
- Experience working on site including H&S and CDM Regulations
- A commitment to advancing sustainability and environmental performance
Culture & Inclusion
Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
If this Senior Process Engineer - Waste Treatment role feels like a great fit for your experience and ambitions wed love to hear from you.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1