Process Engineer -Water
Added 10 Sept · still live
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
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£45,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2125 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £45,000, and Arup is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2121 (Civil engineers, Water treatment professional engineering role in civil engineering consultancy) or SOC 2127 (Engineering project managers and project engineers, Project lifecycle involvement could be project engineering). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
Your salary route
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2125 Production and process engineers Most likely code | £33,400 | £36,000 | £40,500 | £45,000 |
2121 Civil engineers Also possible | £35,200 | £40,300 | £45,300 | £50,400 |
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Also possible | £36,300 | £41,500 | £46,700 | £51,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Our process chemical and process engineering team comprises specialist chemical engineers, scientists and industrial experts who shape everything from conceptual design ideas through pre-FEED and FEED to completed turnkey facilities. We support projects at all stages of delivery, ensuring safe, regulatory compliant solutions. We focus on design development, process optimisation, debottlenecking and control of chemical, physical, and biological process of water and wastewater treatment.
We are looking for candidates with a background in Process engineering design on multi-disciplinary projects within the municipal and industrial water sectors. With our depth and breadth of skills, our team is currently involved in many exciting projects across the Energy, Water and Resources sectors.
The opportunity
Join Arup's Cardiff Water team and help shape a more sustainable future. As a Process Engineer, you'll contribute to projects that improve water quality, protect the environment, and support communities for generations to come. From tackling complex water and wastewater treatment challenges to developing innovative, low-carbon solutions, your work will have a real and lasting impact.
You'll become part of a growing and collaborative process engineering team, working on a broad range of projects that span the entire project lifecycle. From root cause investigations, feasibility studies and optioneering through to detailed design and commissioning support, you'll have the opportunity to influence key decisions and see your ideas become reality. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams of civil, mechanical, electrical and environmental specialists, you'll help deliver practical and sustainable solutions for our clients and communities.
At Arup, we believe that diverse perspectives drive better outcomes. You'll be encouraged to bring your ideas, develop your expertise, and take ownership of your career while working in an environment that values learning, innovation and collaboration. Whether you're looking to deepen your technical knowledge or progress into project leadership, you'll be supported every step of the way.
If you're passionate about water, sustainability and making a positive difference through engineering, we'd love to hear from you.
What We’re Looking For
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Our process chemical and process engineering team comprises specialist chemical engineers, scientists and industrial experts who shape everything from conceptual design ideas through pre-FEED and FEED to completed turnkey facilities. We support projects at all stages of delivery, ensuring safe, regulatory compliant solutions. We focus on design development, process optimisation, debottlenecking and control of chemical, physical, and biological process of water and wastewater treatment.
We are looking for candidates with a background in Process engineering design on multi-disciplinary projects within the municipal and industrial water sectors. With our depth and breadth of skills, our team is currently involved in many exciting projects across the Energy, Water and Resources sectors.
The opportunity
Join Arup's Cardiff Water team and help shape a more sustainable future. As a Process Engineer, you'll contribute to projects that improve water quality, protect the environment, and support communities for generations to come. From tackling complex water and wastewater treatment challenges to developing innovative, low-carbon solutions, your work will have a real and lasting impact.
You'll become part of a growing and collaborative process engineering team, working on a broad range of projects that span the entire project lifecycle. From root cause investigations, feasibility studies and optioneering through to detailed design and commissioning support, you'll have the opportunity to influence key decisions and see your ideas become reality. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams of civil, mechanical, electrical and environmental specialists, you'll help deliver practical and sustainable solutions for our clients and communities.
At Arup, we believe that diverse perspectives drive better outcomes. You'll be encouraged to bring your ideas, develop your expertise, and take ownership of your career while working in an environment that values learning, innovation and collaboration. Whether you're looking to deepen your technical knowledge or progress into project leadership, you'll be supported every step of the way.
If you're passionate about water, sustainability and making a positive difference through engineering, we'd love to hear from you.
What We’re Looking For
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- Experience in water and/or wastewater process engineering.
- Understanding of water treatment processes and the UK water sector.
- Degree qualified in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Working towards chartership.
- Experience developing process design documents, including mass balances and P&IDs.
- Familiarity with HazOP studies and regulated environments.
- Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Good communication skills and experience working with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
- A collaborative approach.
What We Offer You
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process
Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.
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Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process
Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.
@WaterWest
#WaterWest
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Where this offer sits in the market
Production and process engineers (SOC 2125) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~56k in sampleSOC 2125
- Middle half £37,128–55,276
- Median £45,292
- Going rate £45,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Arup holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2125 going rate of £45,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.