Graduate Process Engineer

Supports water and wastewater treatment projects through process design, calculations, technical drawings, hazard assessments, and sustainable engineering solutions.

Our work extends from water to wastewater treatment, water infrastructure, groundwater expertise through to flood resilience and biosolid management. Our water specialists are world leaders in their fields, meaning they can individually and collaboratively work towards meeting the increasing demands for safe, clean drinking water, waste recycling and flood mitigation through sustainable, creative solutions.

Through innovative and TOTEX focused solutions, Sweco is helping client’s outperform business plan targets both in terms of cost and embedded/operational carbon. Our commitment is future focused, finding solutions for the future’s challenges, today.

What does the role involve?

As a Graduate Process Engineer, you will work closely with experienced mechanical and electrical engineers along with colleagues in other disciplines from across the wider Business Unit in the UK and Ireland to deliver projects by:

• Assisting with process design, process calculations, mass balance, process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation drawings, sketches and reports.

• Supporting hazard studies, including HAZOP, HAZID, What-If and LOPA studies, as appropriate to the project.

• Contributing to DSEAR assessments, including the identification of hazardous substances, explosive atmospheres, zoning requirements and appropriate control measures.

• Supporting the preparation and review of COSHH assessments, hazardous substance registers and associated control measures.

• Providing day to day technical input as part of a team of engineers and technicians.

• Ensuring your design output is completed in accordance with the scope of works, timescales and budgets.

• Working in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as required to deliver project requirements and added value to the client.

Who are we looking for?

Our unique, personalised programme is designed for passionate, forward-thinking graduates who want to change the world around them, who will thrive in a dynamic team environment, and who are hungry to collaborate not only with fellow graduates, but also with mentors and leaders across the business.

What do you need to apply?

We want to hear from you if you…

• Have a degree relevant to the role you’re applying for.

• Have less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).

• Are confident using Microsoft Office and other relevant digital tools.

• Are driven, proactive, and solution-oriented.

• Can work in the UK without restrictions either now or in the future. This is a permanent role, and we’re looking for candidates who can grow their careers with Sweco without a time limit.

What’s in it for you?

Our Graduate Scheme offers a two-year blended learning experience, with a tailored programme delivered virtually and face-to-face. You’ll have the chance to network and grow with the 2027 cohort. Personal growth will be supported by our Early Careers team, mentors and subject matter experts from across the business.

Structured masterclasses focus on Internal Insight, Skills Development, and Subject Matter Expertise, helping fast-track your development as you pursue professional accreditation. The programme builds your confidence early in your career and gives you a platform for genuine impact within Sweco.

You’ll receive a permanent position with an industry-standard salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday, a great pension and life assurance.

Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now, and let's transform society together.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks Policy)

• Competitive pension contribution

• Life Assurance

• Private Medical Insurance

• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme

• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year)

• Cycle2Work Scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, mental health, financial and work advice)

• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select (Faircare)

• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme

• We plant a tree for all new starters!

About Us

Transforming society together, we're planning and designing sustainable communities and cities of the future.

Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco, we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.

We offer our clients a combination of global expertise and local presence, adapted to their business and reality.

Our ambition is to be our clients’ most relevant partner, working together to help them solve their challenges, today and into the future.

Sweco is committed to enabling all its colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and their other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, leisure activities, further learning or other interests. We offer flexible start and finish times, part time and hybrid working options so that you can flex your hours around your day to day needs.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

It’s important to us that that all our colleagues thrive at work - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.

Here at Sweco 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.