Senior Electrical Design Engineer

At Severn Trent, our purpose is taking care of life’s essentials—and we’re passionate about making a difference. Not just because we should, but because we care.

As we enter AMP8, our most ambitious five-year investment programme yet—nearly £13bn, with £6bn dedicated to capital projects—we’re embracing innovation like never before. Our new Plug and Play approach is transforming how we deliver infrastructure: modular, scalable, and smart.

Our new Plug and Play approach will be a collection of common parts that can be connected in different ways and work together (like electrical panels and dosing rigs). They can be mixed and matched to create a whole range of different products.

We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our Plug and Play team and help shape the future of water and wastewater infrastructure.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll lead the development of innovative electrical systems and solutions from concept through to detailed design. You’ll work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to create standardised, modular electrical designs that are safe, efficient, and future-ready.

Leading the electrical design process, including specifications, optioneering, and detailed design.
Collaborating with stakeholders to understand project requirements and translate them into robust electrical solutions.
Supporting early-stage commissioning planning and ensuring designs meet regulatory and operational standards.
Continuously improving standard designs based on feedback, risk assessments, and performance data.
Ensuring seamless integration between product design and site implementation teams.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

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 want people who show up and roll their sleeves up. Restless spirits who are ready to be part of something bigger, who care, who really care... because when you really care, you’ll go above and beyond. When you really care you don’t just talk about it, you do more.

We are looking for a design-focused electrical engineer with a passion for infrastructure and innovation. You’ll bring:

A degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline and/or a minimum of 5 years proven experience in electrical design.
Familiarity with CAD, and digital electrical design tools such as E-Plan.
Experience managing product life cycles and working with supply chains.
Strong understanding of H&S, and risk management in engineering design.
An innovative and collaborative mindset with the ability to influence stakeholders to drive practical, effective solutions.
Flexibility to travel between sites throughout the UK on an Ad-hoc basis as projects demand.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We employ thousands of people from across our community who really care about what they do. Because that is how we do what we do.

And when it comes to inclusion, we’re making sure we keep up the progress with our wonderful working groups – LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity, who help us do just that.

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. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, 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

WHAT’S 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.

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