Principal Process Engineer - Water and Wastewater

Principal Process Engineer - Water and Wastewater

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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Our award-winning process team are committed to protecting our environment for future generations through innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions. Our work directly impacts the health of our environment and communities locally and globally. We are looking for a passionate technical leader to drive our next generation of process engineering excellence.

As our Senior Associate / Principal Process Engineer , you will leverage your technical expertise and leadership skills to develop sustainable solutions for our client’s water and wastewater challenges. This role offers you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the water and wastewater industry across New Zealand and Australia, whilst mentoring and coaching the next generation of engineers and technologists. Jacobs actively support involvement in professional organisations such as Water New Zealand, Engineering NZ, and the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and encourage leadership roles within the engineering community.

In this role you’ll get to

• Lead process design and optimisation for complex water and wastewater treatment projects
• Manage and deliver both large, complex projects and diverse smaller initiatives for industrial, central government, and local government clients
• Provide technical leadership and specialist input into multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Work closely with our NZ Water leadership team to develop and navigate the direction of the team
• Work on projects across New Zealand and Australia
• Connect with our global experts and communities of practice
• Represent Jacobs technical expertise with clients and at industry forums

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices / projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Here's what you'll need

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, NZ employees also receive free health insurance and life insurance cover, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and financial assistance with fertility healthcare and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs.

We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. We're open to considering candidates who need to work around school drop-offs / pick-ups or those interested in full-time / part-time job-sharing arrangements - we understand the importance of balancing work commitments with family responsibilities.

Jacobs. A world where you can.

At Jacobs, belonging isn't just valued — It's our foundation for excellence. Our culture of caring powers our competitive edge.

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life — from paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility and IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment. We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading silver status from AWEI.

We know that when people feel truly included, connection deepens and innovation soars. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our eight global Jacobs employee networks centred on driving inclusion and belonging – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and our Women’s Network – find out more about ourJacobs Employee Networks here.

No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Accessibility & Accommodations

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process (such as alternative formats for application materials, accessible interview locations, interpreting services, or assistive technology) talk to your recruiter or your request can be logged HERE.

Cultural Support

We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. Māori and Pasifika peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Māori and Pasifika people are invited to nominate a Whanau, family or cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application.

Please note If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

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Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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