Design Engineer

Our people are what makes Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We’re a team of over 9,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life’s essentials, and we do it all while thriving in our unique culture.

We’re a growing, Midlands based FTSE100 listed company and welcome people from all walks of life, celebrating their individuality, as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities we represent. 

It’s an exciting time to join, as we have a huge ambition to deliver bigger and better than ever before over our next 5-year regulatory period. If you’re seeking an exciting and thoroughly rewarding career, Severn Trent is the place to be.

Due to an exciting new programme which is going to see us deliver for our customers a full mains renewal across our region over the next few years, we are now on a significant recruitment drive to scale our teams to deliver this fantastic work.

This is your opportunity to play a part in this transformation!

We are looking for a Design Engineer to join our team and be responsible for providing designs of technical solutions specifically for Severn Trent Water Mains Renewal programmes.  This includes technical input to projects from the feasibility stage all the way through to detailed design.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As our new Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for conducting feasibility evaluations and assessments for Mains Renewal programmes within required timescales and agreed feasibility budgets, utilising both site visits and data analysis. Additionally, the role includes creating and developing appropriate designs that fit within the constraints of a scheme, providing optimal whole-life solutions for STW and our customers. The role also includes supporting and mentoring Assistant Design Engineers as needed and appropriate

Key Accountabilities:

• Engage with stakeholders to understand project scope and agree on design assessment and completion milestones with the senior design engineer. Conduct preconstruction assessments to identify unknown complexities.

• Support projects from inception through to construction, ensuring adherence to design standards and best practices. Prepare designs that deliver efficient and cost-effective solutions, liaising with experts and following assurance processes.

• Capture and assess operational risks, undertake proactive risk management, and maintain risk registers. Contribute to commissioning plans, review third-party designs, and ensure solutions meet design specifications.

• Carry out CAD drawings, contribute to post-project reviews, and act as a mentor for assistant design engineers, ensuring continuous learning and best practices within the team.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE 

For this role the right candidate will have proven experience of engineering design to assist with the development of innovative solutions with a focus on affordability & efficiency. You will also have experience implementing CDM regulations within the design process.

You will have experience working with systems such as CAD Autodesk or similar and experience within the water sector is desirable but not essential.

The right candidate will also have experience working with key stakeholders, influencing in order to deliver designs.

As travel is required, you’ll also have to hold a full U.K driving license.

The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, too.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you? 
 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
 

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)  
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)  
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)  
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate  
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’  
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers  
• Family friendly policies  
• Two volunteering days per year  

WHAT’S NEXT
 

We can’t wait to hear from you.   

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.

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