Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Join Our Team as a Senior Mechanical 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.

Our ambitious five-year programme, featuring over 5,000 innovative projects, is dedicated to overcoming the challenges of delivering exceptional water and waste services. With our dedicated in-house design team, we are set to achieve outstanding results and make a significant impact.

About the Role

We're looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Derby. In this role, you'll design innovative technical solutions for Severn Trent Water's assets and infrastructure-covering everything from feasibility studies to detailed design, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.

No two days will be the same! You'll work on a wide variety of projects, including health & safety improvements, pumping systems, rotating machinery, hydraulics, and more. You'll also play a key part in fulfilling Severn Trent's responsibilities as Principal Designer under CDM regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand business challenges and develop solutions.
• Define design milestones and support project managers in delivering successful outcomes.
• Carry out feasibility studies and conceptual design appraisals to create efficient, cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with design standards, assurance processes, and CDM regulations.
• Coach and mentor team members to build capability.
• Approve designs from internal and external sources.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

You'll be degree qualified (desirable) and showing your professional commitment as a member of one of the engineering Institutions or actively working towards incorporated or chartered status, a journey which we are keen to support you on.

Having water sector experience or similar (Petrochem / Pharmaceutical / Food / Aerospace / Power) would be required. Extensive experience of working closely with supply chain in delivering projects (with emphasis on adherence to CDM design specification, H&S, outputs, and quality) would be advantageous. A full UK driving licence will be essential.

Of course, it's important that we attract the right skill sets, and those with the right experience but we value character, positivity and a caring attitude in equal weight.

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.

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, which is subject to eligibility)
• 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 paid 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. 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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