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Asset Intelligence Salary (£): Starting from £, Modelling Engineer
We’re more than just a water company. We're dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment, sustainability, and the communities we serve. By joining us, you’ll work with the latest technologies, driving forward-thinking projects that enhance and protect national infrastructure, making a real difference to the communities we serve.
With nearly, colleagues, we're looking for more brilliant people who are passionate about sustainability, eager to innovate, and ready to turn challenges into opportunities for a better future.
LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT
We’re looking for a talented Modelling Engineer to join our Asset Intelligence & Innovation Modelling Team, supporting the development, maintenance, and enhancement of our wastewater hydraulic models. This is a great opportunity to work on high‑impact projects that help shape flooding, pollution, and network performance outcomes across our regions.
What you’ll be doing
1. Maintaining and enhancing wastewater hydraulic models to meet project needs
2. Assessing model fitness for use and supporting the SOAF programme
3. Conducting root cause analysis for pollution and flooding incidents
4. Supporting model build, verification, audits and technical assurance
5. Working closely with internal teams and contributing to presentations for key stakeholders
6. Mentoring junior colleagues and helping drive modelling innovation across the team
7. Collaborating with our data science community to explore AI, ML and modelling integrations
You'll be base out of our head office in Derby, Raynesway within our Asset Management Modelling team. With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us hours a week.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
8. Minimum years’ experience in wastewater network modelling (ICM essential)
9. Strong understanding of sewer network operation, asset data, rainfall/runoff processes, and flow survey methods
10. Experience using GIS tools and working with diverse data sources
11. Knowledge of pollution mechanisms, UPM, and water quality standards (desirable)
12. Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and data presentation skills
13. Ability to work to time, budget, and engage effectively with stakeholders
14. A proactive, detail‑driven and collaborative approach
Qualifications
15. Degree (or HNC/ONC) in Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science or similar
16. Working towards or holding IEng status (, ICE, CIWEM)
17. Full UK driving licence
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 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 Severn Trent family:
18. days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to days per year)
19. Annual bonus scheme (of up to £, per annum based on company performance)
20. Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to % when you contribute ;
21. Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
22. Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
23. Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
24. Family friendly policies and two volunteering days per year
LET’S GO
We 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.