Senior Design Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Design Engineer (Electrical) role at Severn Trent2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin Our Team as a Senior Design Engineer 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.About The RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for a . The role will be based in Raynesway (Derby). These roles will sit in our expanding our major projects and bioresources waste treatment design team. Our Design Team use their technical skills to shape the wastewater strategies for the company, providing expert advice to lead projects from feasibility to detailed design to support the Severn Trent goals.You will work with our stakeholders, consultants and contractors to protect and enhance the quality of our waste treatment assets and rivers; interrogate and make improvements to our data systems; undertake investigations; undertake outline designs so that we have the best evidence available from which we can make sound decisions.ResponsibilitiesSewage treatment assets - understanding our existing assets, completing risk assessments, undertaking outline designs for new assets to meet new business needs and short-to-long-term complex investigationsDeveloping strategies to allow us to enhance the existing assets and inform the Price Review regulatory submissions; collaborating across the business as we build our river quality, sustainability and net zero carbon plans influencing the business to transition away from traditional investment routesCarry out self-led research on emerging technologies, to define new innovative treatment options and collaborate both internally and externally to promote new strategiesPromoting our ongoing waste treatment capital maintenance programme; ensuring that we have robust evidence-based understanding of how our waste treatment sites work to ensure final effluent quality is maintainedTactical support and advice to operational teams to maintain the availability and quality of our waste treatment services for our customersEnsure Health and Safety are built into the lifecycle of the designUnderstand and review potential delivery and operational risks e.g.H&S, environmental, commissioning through the design processWhat You’ll BringYou’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 an engineering discipline would be required.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 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.We do more, because we care.What’s In It For YouWorking 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.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, 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 rateDedicated training and development with our AcademyElectric vehicle scheme and retail offersFamily friendly policiesTwo paid volunteering days per yearWhat’s NextWe 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. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emailsAnd if your curiosity has peaked and you're wanting to find out even more, search on social media. #J-18808-Ljbffr