Engineering Technical Lead

Severn Trent Water

  • Coventry
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • Just now
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 to make a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.LET'S CUT STRAIGHT TO ITWe are looking for someone to play a pivotal role in delivering nationally significant infrastructure projects that secure the UK's water future. As an Engineering Technical Lead, you'll drive the design and delivery of Strategic Resource Options (SROs) - innovative schemes tackling drought risk and shaping long-term water resilience.What You'll Do:
  • Lead engineering delivery from concept to completion across multi-million-pound SROs.
  • Collaborate with regulators, consultants, and partner water companies.
  • Define, scope, and manage engineering workstreams to meet RAPID gate milestones.
  • Develop smart, sustainable solutions - not just the cheapest.
  • Own cost modelling, operating regimes, and regulatory submissions.
  • Champion innovation, efficiency, and environmental impact.
You'll be expected to work out of our Head Office in Coventry and other sites on our patch. You'll work within our Engineering Team. With this being such a critical role, we're looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week, WFH flexibility available and travel to other sites will be required at times so you'll need to hold a full U.K driving licence.WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FORThe successful candidate will be a seasoned engineering professional with a passion for collaboration, innovation, and delivering real impact. You thrive in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and bring both technical expertise and strategic insight to the table.We're Looking For:
  • A proven track record of leading high-value, multi-disciplinary water projects.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills - you build trust with regulators, consultants, and partners.
  • Experience in technical leadership on large capital projects
  • Deep understanding of UK water and environmental legislation, with an eye on future changes.
  • Awareness of the regulatory, political, and environmental forces shaping the industry.
  • A technical expert in your engineering discipline and water industry experience.
  • Experience working within NEC frameworks and delivering through collaborative teams.
You'll Stand Out If You Have:
  • Professional chartership (or a clear path to it).
  • A relevant engineering degree - or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • The ability to inspire and lead technical teams by example.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the future of water supply while developing your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.HOW WE'LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOUWorking 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 Severn Trent family:
  • Starting from £54,498
  • 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 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 and two volunteering days per year
LET'S GOWe can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.

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