Project Engineer in Reading

Energy Jobline ZR; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water company in Reading is seeking an experienced Engineer to coordinate projects that impact communities and the environment. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant engineering degree and have a background in project delivery and health and safety in construction. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and various benefits including a contributory pension and 26 to 30 days of holiday.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday, increasing with service

Contributory pension

Personal Medical Assessments

Performance-related pay plan

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Hold an ICA, Electrical, Mechanical, Process or Civil Engineering Degree, or an equivalent Engineering HNC.
• Background in developing technical project solutions or Briefs in a specific discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development of Project Briefs from the Needs defined by Asset Management.
• Prepare and support technical reviews through the Definition, De-Risking, and Detail Design phases.
• Carry out Technical Assurance checks and audits of Contractor activities.

Skills

Understanding of project delivery in process industries

Understanding of Health and Safety in the Construction Industry

Fully proficient at using the appropriate Company IT systems and Office software

Education

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Process or Civil Engineering

Engineering HNC

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Shape the Future of Water Infrastructure - Join Thames Water as an Engineer

Are you ready to make a real impact on communities and the environment? Thames Water is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Engineer to help deliver our ambitious capital investment programme. In this role, you'll be part of the intelligent client team, ensuring our contractors and consultants meet the highest standards in design, delivery, and health & safety.

Working under the guidance of a Principal Engineer, you'll play a key role in shaping infrastructure projects that serve millions across the Thames Valley.

What you’ll be doing as a Project Engineer

• Coordinate the development of Project Briefs from the Needs defined by Asset Management.
• Understand project risks and coordinate mitigation activities. Collection of documents and information informing contractor pricing and risk provision.
• Prepare and support technical reviews through the Definition, De‑Risking, and Detail Design phases of projects.
• Carry out Technical Assurance checks and audits of Contractor activities and outputs through the Detail Design and Construction phases of projects.

Hybrid - Clearwater Court Reading

36 hours Monday to Friday

What you should bring to the role

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:

• Hold an ICA, Electrical, Mechanical, Process or Civil Engineering Degree, or an equivalent Engineering HNC.
• Understanding of project delivery in process industries.
• Understanding of Health and Safety in the Construction Industry.
• Background in developing technical project solutions or Briefs in a specific discipline.
• Fully proficient at using the appropriate Company IT systems and Office software.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £40,000 to £55,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays).
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – Maximum of 12% – 2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well‑being.

Find out more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for the future, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support you.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date; we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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