Civil Design Engineer

Severn Trent; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in the UK seeks a Design Engineer to work on wastewater infrastructure projects in Coventry. This role involves overseeing design processes, collaborating with engineers, and delivering innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a civils background, experience in wastewater design, and strong stakeholder management skills. The company offers competitive benefits, including bonuses and training opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Discounted shares

Dedicated training and development

Employee discounts

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in producing designs for wastewater projects.
• Flair for innovative design and effective solutions.
• Experience executing duties under CDM regulations.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake design on wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Own the design process from start to finish.
• Support project delivery within budget and quality standards.

Skills

Design and specifications for wastewater projects

Stakeholder management

Innovative design solutions

Knowledge of hydraulic modelling

Job description

Overview

Join Severn Trent’s Design Team as a 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.

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

Role

Design Engineer (Civils) in our waste networks design team. In this role, you’ll be undertaking design on a wide range of wastewater infrastructure projects as part of our AMP8 WINEP programme. You will undertake initial feasibility evaluation for AMP8 CSO projects and progress projects into Outline Design, developing innovative technical design solutions and specifications to support project delivery.

You will own the design from start to finish and play a major part in our capital investment process. You’ll work with a team of design engineers and hydraulic modellers, providing support to Senior Engineers to deliver project solutions to programme, within budget, to the correct quality standards.

The role will be based in Coventry.

What You’ll Bring

You’ll have knowledge of early-stage feasibility work, alongside experience in producing designs and specifications for wastewater projects. A flair for innovation in design is essential, helping to shape creative and effective solutions.

Having a civils background is essential, alongside experience executing duties as a designer under CDM regulations. Understand or have knowledge of hydraulic modelling packages and their limitations would be desirable.

Demonstrating strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across internal and external partners is required. As a forward-thinking and innovative professional, you’ll be adept at anticipating challenges and adapting to change in a fast-paced, evolving environment. A full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter 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 seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

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:

• 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’
• Range of employees discounts
• Electric vehicle scheme
• 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.