Network Model Engineer

SevernTrentLife; Coventry; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established utility company in Coventry is seeking a Hydraulic Engineer to provide expertise in water and wastewater network modelling. Responsibilities include assessing hydraulic risks, managing project planning, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge in hydraulic modelling and will assist in designing water infrastructure. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a bonus scheme, generous holiday, and a strong pension plan.

Benefits

Salary £47,000- £52,826.39

Annual bonus scheme up to 15%

Standby/Call out payments

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave scheme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in water and wastewater hydraulic modelling.
• Ability to construct accurate models and produce feasibility reports.
• Proficiency in simulations, statistical methods, and numerical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide hydraulic modelling expertise to assess risks and develop solutions.
• Managing projects, ensuring timely and quality outcomes.
• Building and calibrating hydraulic models for networks.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Project management

Statistical methods

Collaboration

Tools

Hydraulic modelling software

Job description

Hello, we’re Severn Trent Servicesa commercial arm of the Severn Trent Group. We provide water and waste services to companies nationwide, including the MoD.

Our purpose is taking care of life’s essentials, but we’re also big on making a difference, not just because we should but because we care.

We’re currently recruiting for a Hydraulic Engineer join our team.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality. We know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities where they live.

If you want to do more because you care, we’d love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

In your new role the objective is to provide water and wastewater network modelling expertise to assess hydraulic risks, develop effective and efficient solution options, and deliver network feasibility studies. It also involves establishing consultant frameworks for network assessments and hydraulic modelling, ensuring robust commercial arrangements.

A key responsibility is programme management, which includes optimising project planning and collaborating with suppliers and customers to meet time and quality expectations. Additionally, the role focuses on driving and supporting hydraulic modelling skills development across STS, fostering technical knowledge and enhancing overall business competence.

Some of your other key accountabilities will include:

• Ensure sufficient resources for water and wastewater network feasibility and modelling, initially through the creation of a Consultant Framework.
• Deliver studies and reports within commercially agreed timescales.
• Assess modelling needs for new developments or changes in water and wastewater demands, including initiating/reviewing CCTV surveys, field pressure testing, flow and pressure data analysis, and capacity constraint reviews.
• Build, calibrate, and verify hydraulic models for water and wastewater networks using appropriate software.
• Interpret field data and simulation results to produce technical reports, presentations, and actionable recommendations.
• Propose modelling scenarios that achieve least-cost solution options while meeting design standards and performance requirements.
• Assist in planning and designing water and wastewater infrastructure such as sewers, water mains, pumping/booster stations, and storage facilities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including the Ministry of Defence (MOD), developers, and STS customers.
• Drive innovation by exploiting new techniques, software, and AI to reduce costs, enhance competitiveness, and improve risk evaluation and solution development.
• Provide training and mentorship to STS resources to build in-house capability and reduce reliance on consultant support.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

In order to succeed in this role, it is expected that you will have knowledge and experience in water and wastewater hydraulic modelling, with the ability to apply these concepts to construct accurate models and produce feasibility reports that meet customer requirements. You should be proficient in using simulations, statistical methods, and numerical analytical techniques to assess risks and develop effective solutions.

The role will require you to build, validate and simulate networks using modelling software, along with the commercial understanding to price this work and recommend proposed infrastructure upgrades.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent, and 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 Services family:

• Salary £47,000- £52,826.39 (dependent on experience)
• Annual bonus scheme of up to 15% of your annual salary, based on company performance
• Standby / Call out payments
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• 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

WHATS 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. If you’re not too sure about what you need to do, or have a question about the role before applying, please get in touch with our amazing team of recruiters [e-mail].

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