Design Engineer

SevernTrentLife; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Shrewsbury is seeking a Design Engineer to provide technical designs for their Water Mains Renewal programme. The role involves feasibility evaluations, creating optimal designs, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have engineering design experience, CAD proficiency, and strong stakeholder engagement skills. Join a company dedicated to employee engagement and environmental impact.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave programme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Proven experience of engineering design focusing on affordability & efficiency.
• Experience implementing CDM regulations within the design process.
• Full U.K driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility evaluations and assessments for Mains Renewal programmes.
• Create and develop appropriate designs within project constraints.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand project scope.

Skills

Engineering design experience

Stakeholder engagement

Experience with CAD Autodesk

Understanding of CDM regulations

Tools

CAD Autodesk

Job 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 Design Engineer to join our team and be responsible for providing designs of technical solutions specifically for Severn Trent Water Mains Renewal programme.

This includes technical input to projects from the feasibility stage all the way through to detailed design. They will be contributing to the overall design target to design 1400km of Mains over the 5-year period.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As our new Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for conducting feasibility evaluations and assessments for Mains Renewal programmes within required timescales and agreed feasibility budgets, utilising both site visits and data analysis.

Additionally, the role includes creating and developing appropriate designs that fit within the constraints of a scheme, providing optimal whole-life solutions for STW and our customers.

The role also includes supporting and mentoring Assistant Design Engineers as needed and appropriate

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Engage with stakeholders to understand project scope and agree on design assessment and completion milestones with the senior design engineer. Conduct preconstruction assessments to identify unknown complexities.
• Support projects from inception through to construction, ensuring adherence to design standards and best practices. Prepare designs that deliver efficient and cost-effective solutions, liaising with experts and following assurance processes.
• Capture and assess operational risks, undertake proactive risk management, and maintain risk registers. Contribute to commissioning plans, review third-party designs, and ensure solutions meet design specifications.
• Carry out CAD drawings, contribute to post-project reviews, and act as a mentor for assistant design engineers, ensuring continuous learning and best practices within the team.
• Support in embedding automation into the organisation by upskilling the wider team.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

For this role the right candidate will have proven experience of engineering design to assist with the development of innovative solutions with a focus on affordability & efficiency. You will also have experience implementing CDM regulations within the design process.

You will have experience working with systems such as CAD Autodesk or similar and experience within the water sector is desirable but not essential.

The right candidate will also have experience working with key stakeholders, influencing in order to deliver designs.

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.

We want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working 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. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

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

WHAT’S NEXT

We 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 emails!

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