Process Design Engineer

Our Craft

Edrington’s vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands. The Macallan is our central focus, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the single malt category. Our portfolio is completed with Brugal rum from the Dominican Republic, Wyoming Whiskey in the American Whiskey category and Valdespino sherry from Jerez in Spain. Edrington also has a strategic partnership with No.3 London Dry Gin.

Our principal shareholder is a charitable trust, so we were built to make a world of difference. Discover a place where values define our culture. The home of exceptional brands, where people and teams thrive.

Our Blend Of Benefits

• Salary £43,500 – £54,500
• 37 days holiday, plus 4 Giving More volunteer days
• Save for retirement and invest in your future - pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%)
• Share in our success with up to 10% Share Reward scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Private medical insurance that covers the cost of private healthcare and includes round the clock access to GP services and menopause health line
• 24/7 support for you and your loved ones to counselling, life coaching and information on financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
• Experience our exceptional brands with a generous annual product allowance, plus at least 20% discount in our staff shop
• Embrace work-life harmony with hybrid working, 26 weeks’ paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and up to five paid carers leave days a year

Embrace Excellence

The purpose of this role is to provide process engineering support within Edrington’s engineering department and wider Global Supply Chain (GSC). The primary duties are focussed on FEED, process safety and data analysis, working collaboratively with internal customers and project teams to deliver results against requirements.

The role covers all Edrington’s UK sites, from malting and distillation, to blending and bottling, and a key aspect is to promote the consistent application of best practice in line with legal requirements and internal standards.

Make an Impact

• Lead and support process engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, including feasibility studies, FEED development, detailed engineering, and design reviews (HAZID, HAZOP, SIL).
• Develop and maintain key process documentation (P&IDs, PFDs, equipment lists) and manage 3D plant models, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
• Perform core engineering analysis such as mass and energy balances, equipment sizing, and provide technical guidance to consultants and technology providers.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, including COMAH assessments, hazardous area classification, ATEX zoning, and safety-critical analysis activities.
• Support operational excellence through troubleshooting, optimisation, alarm management, and continuous improvement of engineering systems, procedures, and KPIs.
• Communicate technical recommendations and insights effectively to plant owners, stakeholders, and cross-site teams, while staying up to date with relevant UK safety regulations.

Your Talent And Skills

To be successful in this role, you will have an accredited Chemical Engineering or related degree, alongside proven experience in process design, engineering, and project management. You will ideally be a member of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (or equivalent) and demonstrate proficiency in developing P&IDs and other engineering drawings using CAD software such as AutoCAD. A sound understanding of HAZOP methodology is essential, with a willingness to facilitate or lead reviews in the future. You will be confident using a range of software tools, including the MS Office Suite and Power BI, and possess strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are key, with the ability to share ideas clearly and concisely while working collaboratively within a team. A high level of attention to detail is required, and you should be comfortable travelling across Edrington’s UK sites as part of the role.

We’ve put together some criteria that we think is important for this role, but don’t worry if your experience and expertise isn’t an exact match. If you feel that you can add value to our role and to Edrington more broadly, we would welcome your application and be eager to learn more about you.

Applications close 8th July 2026

A Place For Everyone

We’re proud of our inclusive culture – where unique experiences, ideas and perspectives are celebrated. We want everyone to feel respected and empowered to contribute to our success.

Get involved. From colleague networks like Balance, Pride and Kick-Start to inclusion allies and DE&I champions, we encourage our people to be curious, get involved and help us make change happen.