Graduate Process Engineer

Overview

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration. Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client-focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach.

Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership;
Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG-Stiftung. RAG-Stiftung is a foundation with the long-term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.

You will be joining a hard working and experienced team specialising predominantly on wastewater and clean water projects, infrastructure, or non-infrastructure. The team work collaboratively across the UK and this role would be based in our Croydon office. You will have the opportunity to work on many key projects in the Water sector. One of our recent successes was the upgrade of the Arley Sewage Treatment Works to comply with stringent water quality targets under the Water Framework Directive.

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On joining Pell Frischmann you will become part of an expert, multidisciplinary team where you will gain training and experience in your chosen specialism. Working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary engineering team you will be engaged in projects from conception through to tender and construction. Generally, schemes will include site visits, internal and client design review meetings, contractor, and vendor liaison etc.

Additionally, you will be enrolled onto our 2 year Graduate programme. This exciting programme is built around the competence requirements of professional institutions and a great way to kick start your career. You will have opportunity to network with others graduates across the Group and develop key skills such as project management, business and personal effectiveness.

• Assisting with mechanical design for water and wastewater treatment facilities
• Supporting the specification of mechanical equipment (e.g. pumps, valves, pipework, screens)
• Producing and checking mechanical calculations and technical schedules
• Supporting the preparation of drawings, datasheets, and design reports
• Working collaboratively with civil, electrical, and process design teams
• Supporting risk assessments, design reviews, and value engineering exercises
• Learning and applying water industry standards and best practice

Qualifications
Degree (BEng or MEng) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Working towards or interest in Chartership (IMechE or equivalent)

• Experience Graduate or early-career level (0–2 years) Experience through placements, internships, or a year in industry in water or process engineering
• Technical Skills Understanding of core mechanical engineering principles;
  Knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes;
  Ability to produce calculations and technical documentation;
  Familiarity with pumps, pipework systems, and rotating equipment;
  Awareness of health & safety and design risk management;
  Experience with non-infra water assets and treatment plant design
• Software & Tools Competence in Microsoft Office;
  Experience with 2D/3D CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD, Inventor, Solid Works);
  Willingness to learn new engineering software;
  Familiarity with industry design tools or BIM environments
• Personal Skills Strong communication and teamwork skills;
  Ability to manage small design tasks independently;
  Proactive approach and eagerness to learn;
  Client-facing experience or site exposure

To be considered for this role you would need to have a keen interest in a career within Process Engineering and come from a Chemical Engineering Study Background too.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role due to salary thresholds. Applicants must already have the existing, unrestricted right to work in the UK for the full duration of our 2 to 3 year graduate programme. Unfortunately, this means we cannot accept applications where the right to work is time-limited and would expire before the programme ends (July 2029).

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