Senior Network Engineer

Severn Trent; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major water services provider in Coventry is seeking a Senior Technical Expert to provide engineering support for investigating network performance. The role focuses on diagnosing complex issues and developing solutions for wastewater networks. Candidates should have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including an annual bonus and extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave scheme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical investigation or operational problem-solving.
• Track record of diagnosing complex issues.
• Familiarity with project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Transform investigation data into prioritized action plans.
• Develop and implement asset standards for investigation and repair.
• Provide technical guidance for new technologies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Civil engineering or environmental science

Hydraulic modelling or wastewater engineering

Job description

In this role you'll provide technical support for our strategic investigations into network performance, with a primary focus on infiltration. This includes conducting desk-based studies, and managing field investigation teams to systematically diagnose issues in our highest-priority catchments. As a senior technical expert for the programme, you will provide essential engineering support and oversight across multiple workstreams. Your expertise will ensure that the correct interventions are applied to solve complex network problems.

Responsibilities

• You're a pivotal role in transforming investigation data into a clear and prioritized action plan, working closely with analysts and project managers to build robust business cases for intervention.
• Develop and implement new and improved asset standards for both investigation and repair, working through the entire lifecycle of the projects to see your efforts turn into reality.
• Provide vital technical guidance to our innovation workstream, supporting the identification, trialling, and evaluation of new technologies and techniques to solve a range of network challenges.
• Offer support to other team members, developing a culture of engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

Job Profile

Are you a natural problem‑solver who thrives on complex technical challenges and wants to leave a lasting legacy? If you are driven to find the root cause of network issues and turn that insight into tangible solutions, we want to hear from you!

Ideally, we're looking for someone with a strong technical background in wastewater networks. We are also open to experience in areas such as waste network assets, systems, hydraulics, asset performance, operational management, or failure modes. Candidates with expertise in network operations, asset management, or hydrogeology are also welcome.

Qualifications and Experience

You should bring proven experience in technical investigation or operational problem‑solving, with a track record of diagnosing complex issues. A highly analytical and methodical approach is essential. Excellent communication skills are also key, as you will need to clearly explain complex technical challenges and solutions to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. A proactive and solution‑oriented mindset is valued.

Ideally, you have a background in civil engineering, environmental science, or a related field such as hydraulic modelling or wastewater engineering. Familiarity with project management principles and developing business cases for asset interventions is also an advantage. Chartership with a relevant institution (e.g., CIWEM, ICE, IAM) or working towards it would be a plus, but is not essential.

About the Programme

Want to solve one of the biggest environmental challenges in the water industry? Play a leading role in protecting our rivers and communities by tackling infiltration at its source. We are launching a landmark, multi‑million‑pound programme to transform how we manage our wastewater network, with a major focus on tackling groundwater infiltration.

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme (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