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Posted Date:  22 Jan 2026
Posting End Date:  8-Feb-2026
Location:  Coventry
Company:  Severn Trent Water
Department:  Capital Design
Salary (£):  £40,000-£48,000

Design Engineer

 

Join Severn Trent’s Design Team as a Civil 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.

 

Are you passionate about tackling climate change and making a positive impact on the environment? 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.

 

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer with a Civil or Structural background. In this Finham based role, you’ll lead on various technical aspects of feasibility and design for a variety of Water Treatment projects, driving innovative, efficient, environment friendly, safe to build and operate, least whole life cost solutions

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Contribute to civil and structural design solutions from feasibility, through to outline design, detailed design, construction, testing, commissioning and handover.
  • Review, challenge and contribute to the validation of civil and structural design produced by external consultants, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, specifications and project requirements.
  • Undertake internal structural checks and calculations as required to support option selection, design assurance and independent verification of consultant outputs.
  • Identify, assess and manage civil and structural risks throughout the design process, including health & safety, environmental, constructability and operational considerations.
  • Ensure Health and Safety are built into the lifecycle of the design and understand activities associated with Severn Tent’s role as Principal Designer - CDM regulations.
  • Support the Project Manager in their obligation to provide Design Acceptance and, where responsible for detailed design, be adept in responding to site queries and resolving technical issues with minimal delay.  
  • Work with a range of key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of solutions that meet the needs of the Customer, Key Stakeholders, and the regulatory requirements of OFWAT and the Environment Agency.  
  • Provide technical support to the Water Treatment Design Team and play a key role in developing the technical capability of team members through coaching and mentoring.

 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

 

You’ll be degree qualified in a civil or structural engineering discipline and showing your professional commitment as a member of one of the engineering Institutions (ICE / IStructE or equivalent) or actively working towards incorporated or chartered status, a journey which we are keen to support you on.

 

You’ll have a solid understanding of civil and structural engineering principles, and experience contributing to the design of civil/structural elements (e.g. foundations, concrete structures, steelwork, tanks, slabs or similar infrastructure assets) ideally in the Water Industry. You’ll be familiar with CAD and digital tools, structural analysis and design software and office tools.

 

You’ll have a good knowledge of relevant UK design standards and their practical application, and practice of managing a product life cycle.

 

You’ll have excellent internal and external stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people. You will be a forward-thinking innovator, capable of anticipating challenges and responding to change in a rapidly evolving environment. 

A full UK driving licence will be required.

 

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.

We do more, because we care.

 

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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