Process Engineer jobs in the UK
Live process engineer roles plus reconciled 2026 salary data by region.
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Process Engineer salary by region (2026)
| Region | 25th–75th pct (median) |
|---|---|
| London (indicative) | £49,250 – £57,750 (£53,500) |
| Scotland (indicative) | £49,250 – £57,750 (£53,500) |
| South East (indicative) | £48,000 – £56,000 (£52,000) |
| North West (indicative) | £48,000 – £56,000 (£52,000) |
| Midlands (indicative) | £46,000 – £54,000 (£50,000) |
| Yorkshire (indicative) | £45,500 – £52,500 (£49,000) |
Market view. Pharma and energy (including hydrogen and CCUS) currently pay the strongest premiums. Chartership (IChemE) and process-safety credentials are significant salary levers, and contract process roles are in high demand in the North West and Scotland.
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FAQs
What does a process engineer earn in the UK?
Indicatively £42,000–£62,000 for permanent roles, with pharma and energy at the top end.
Where are process engineering salaries highest?
The North West, Scotland and London — driven by chemicals, pharma and energy clusters.
What raises a process engineer's salary?
IChemE chartership, process-safety expertise, and experience in pharma, hydrogen or CCUS.