Senior Design Engineer at SEVERN TRENT

, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Design Engineering, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Feasibility Studies, Risk Management, Health and Safety, Data Analysis, Costing, Commissioning Plans, Technical Solutions, Team Support, Process Improvement, Construction Specifications, Design Standards, Internal Design Processes, Mains Renewal

Industry

Utilities

Description

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 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 Senior Design Engineer to join our team and be responsible for providing the design of technical solutions specifically for Severn Trent Water mains renewal programme, such as technical inputs to projects from feasibility, through to detailed design, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW As our new Senior Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible as a key point of contact for key stakeholders both internally and externally to understand the scope of the mains renewal schemes and agree design assessment and completion milestones with the programme team. You will be integral in supporting the wider team and upskilling Assistant Design Engineers and Senior Design Engineers. Alongside approving feasibility assessments for Mains Renewal projects within the specified timelines and budget constraints, utilising both site inspections and data analysis. Key Accountabilities: Assist the Programme Team in defining the approach for each mains renewal scheme, ensuring both cost and time efficiencies. Contribute to the early development of commissioning plans and determine the appropriate solution, including costing and input to relevant papers and governance forums. Conduct high-level appraisals and feasibility studies of conceptual designs to create innovative and efficient TOTEX solutions. Ensure design standards and assurance processes are followed and approve designs from internal or external designers. Support in the creation of the new internal design process within Severn Trent. With the aim to automate high-volume regular tasks to create time-efficiencies and ensure that the design team work on areas with the highest risk and value. Undertake proactive risk management, maintaining risk registers throughout the design feasibility and design process. Ensure Health and Safety considerations are integrated into the lifecycle of the mains renewal design and review potential delivery and operational risks. Ensure the delivery of appropriate designs and specifications for subsequent delivery. Constructively review, validate internal and third-party designs, provide support to the programme team to ensure the solution is delivered, ensure the commissioning plan is agreed and design is per specification. WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE For this role the right candidate will have experience in a similar role providing designs and specifications for Construction. 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. WHAT’S IN IT 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: 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 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.

Responsibilities

The Senior Design Engineer will provide technical solutions for the mains renewal programme, overseeing the design process from feasibility to handover. They will also support and upskill team members while ensuring compliance with design standards and risk management.