Senior Design Engineer

Severn Trent

Senior Design Engineer leading technical design for Water Treatment projects at Severn Trent. Focused on sustainability and innovative engineering solutions across the Midlands.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeShrewsbury • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £50,908 - £58,689 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Civil Engineering design and project management, with a strong focus on Health and Safety, stakeholder engagement, and mentoring junior engineers. Capable of driving innovation and managing project risks effectively.

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Civil Engineering Design ExperienceDegree in Civil EngineeringInstitution of Civil Engineers MembershipProject Risk ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Design and Specifications CreationTechnical Feasibility AnalysisProject Risk ManagementCivil Asset Design

Soft Skills

Coaching and MentoringTeam CollaborationForward-Thinking Innovation

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Commitment to Institution of Civil Engineers

Industry Keywords

Water Treatment ProjectsHealth and Safety FocusRisk Registers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead on technical aspects of feasibility and design for Water Treatment projects
Create designs and specifications for civil assets
Provide expert support to the design team
Coach and mentor junior engineers
Promote Health and Safety focus into the lifecycle of the design
Drive project risk management and maintain risk registers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Design experience in Civil Engineering
Degree in civil engineering
Professional commitment as a member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or working towards incorporated/chartered status
Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels
Forward-thinking innovator capable of anticipating challenges
Team player working with other engineering disciplines

Benefits

Comp & perks

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