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Posted 12 August, 2026

Process Engineering Design Lead

Kier Group
Nationwide, GB Full Time
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Join Our Team as a Process Engineering Design Lead!

Are you ready to make a splash in the water engineering sector? We’re on the lookout for a Process Engineering Design Lead to join our dynamic Water Engineering team. This role offers flexibility with UK travel, allowing you to balance work and life seamlessly.

Location & Hours

Location: Flexible with UK travel
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some flexibility available)

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

About Kier Design

Kier Design is home to over 750 talented professionals dedicated to delivering integrated and construction-focused design services across the built environment. With significant growth in our water sector, we’re excited to welcome a leader who can drive design excellence and foster a high-performing team.

Your Responsibilities

As our Process Engineering Design Lead, you will:

  • Lead the delivery of process engineering designs, ensuring excellence and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with construction teams to provide technical expertise on projects.
  • Shape and implement a growth plan for our water capability.
  • Participate in bid teams to deliver value and identify innovative opportunities.
  • Liaise with water companies and coordinate with multi-disciplinary design leaders.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if you:

  • Have a strong network within the water sector, connecting with both clients and design organizations.
  • Possess significant technical expertise in clean and wastewater projects, including industry standards.
  • Have experience in a design and build environment and a passion for nurturing high-performing teams.
  • Hold a degree in a relevant discipline and are Chartered (CEng or IChem) with a professional body.
  • Bring excellent communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and experience in optioneering, value engineering, and design reviews.

At Kier, we believe in potential! If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs. Join us and discover the perks that come with being part of our team!

Diversity and Inclusion

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us at Kier. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that qualified disabled applicants are offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application and hope you’ll #joinkier!

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