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Join Our Team as a Principle Engineer!

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top % of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace. 

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team. 

Are you passionate about tackling climate change and making a positive impact on the environment? Our ambitious five-year programme, featuring over , innovative projects, is dedicated to overcoming the challenges of delivering exceptional water and waste services. We are committed to addressing flooding and river health issues, ensuring the best outcomes for our customers and the environment. With our dedicated in-house design team, we are set to achieve outstanding results and make a significant impact.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Engineer (Electrical) based in Finham (Coventry), Raynesway (Derby) or Shelton (Shropshire). In this role you’ll lead on all technical aspects of feasibility and design for a variety of water treatment projects, driving innovative, efficient, environment friendly, safe to build and operate, least whole life cost solutions.

Each day will be different as you will create and review electrical designs & specifications, including for HV, LV and control systems across the full project lifecycle, from project conception through to commissioning, ensuring electrical designs are safe, efficient, and aligned with operational needs. 

Key Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

You’ll be degree qualified (desirable) and showing your professional commitment as a member of one of the engineering Institutions or actively working towards incorporated or chartered status, a journey which we are keen to support you on. Experience of undertaking activities associated with the role of Principal Designer and extensive experience of implementing CDM regulations in design process. Evidence of coaching skills and building capability within the Design team would be beneficial. A full UK driving licence will be required.

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.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

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

LET’S GO

We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.