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Design Engineer - Power & Utilities
Location: Brentwood
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Sector: Power & Utilities
Employment Type: Permanent
Advance TRS are working with a leading multi-utility infrastructure provider that has been delivering innovation and sustainable solutions across the UK for over 30 years. With a strong commitment to helping the UK reach net zero, they offer a collaborative and inclusive working environment where employees are supported to reach their full potential.
Role Overview
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Design Engineer to join the Brentwood office and contribute to the delivery of fit-for-purpose utility network designs. This customer-facing role plays a key part in supporting business growth through technical excellence and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce utility network designs and construction packs in line with customer and business requirements.
- Work closely with Business Development, ESOs, and Designers to develop tender and construction designs.
- Ensure designs meet planning, safety, and technical standards.
- Promote a zero-harm culture and ensure compliance with HSEQ policies.
- Conduct Design Risk Assessments and support safety by design principles.
- Collaborate across teams to ensure effective project delivery.
- Represent the business in customer interactions with support from senior engineers.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in engineering or technical subject (or equivalent industry experience).
- Strong understanding of engineering principles and health & safety legislation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Desirable
- Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards).
- Experience with utility new connections and development sites.
- Understanding of construction principles.
- Proficient in AutoCAD.
Conditions of Employment
- Full UK driving licence required.
Benefits
- Annual cost-of-living pay review.
- Company pension contributions up to 5% (with employee contribution of 4%).
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 2 weeks.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
- Hybrid working options available.
- Career development opportunities tailored to your aspirations.
This employer is proud to champion equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of the business. Flexible working options are available, and applications are encouraged from all backgrounds - even if you don't meet every requirement.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
