Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Design Engineer based in Shelton (Shropshire) or Raynesway (Derby). In this role, you will design technical solutions for water treatment facilities, providing inputs from feasibility through to outline design, detailed design, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.

Responsibilities

• Collect and validate data to define problems.
• Conduct high-level appraisals and feasibility studies for conceptual designs, creating innovative and efficient TOTEX solutions.
• Deliver appropriate designs (outline and detailed) and specifications for project delivery.
• Review and validate third-party designs to ensure they meet solution requirements.
• Support the programme team to ensure solutions are delivered and commissioned to the agreed design specifications.
• Agree on design assessment and completion milestones with the Project Manager.

Qualifications

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. Having water industry background would be great but not essential; however, experience in treatment processes with a civil, mechanical or process background would be beneficial. You will have excellent internal and external stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people. You will be a forward-thinking innovator, capable of anticipating challenges and responding to change in a rapidly evolving environment. A full UK driving licence will be required. Of course, it\'s important that we attract the right skill sets, and those with the right experience but we value character, positivity and a caring attitude in equal weight.

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We\'re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 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. Are you passionate about tackling climate change and making a positive impact on the environment? Our ambitious five-year programme, featuring over 5,000 innovative projects, is dedicated to overcoming the challenges of delivering exceptional water and waste services. With our dedicated in-house design team, we are set to achieve outstanding results and make a significant impact.

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250, which is subject to eligibility)
• 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 paid volunteering days per year