Senior Solution Design Engineer - Energy

Salary: Up to £65,000 with a total package up to £80,000 (Annual Bonus, Company Car/allowance) plus pension Location: Home based with travel to Veolia sites

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

As a Senior Solution Design Engineer, you will deliver conceptual and detailed design for energy systems including District Heating Networks, Energy Centres, HVAC, LTHW, Chilled Water, Heat Pumps (Air/Water/Geothermal Source), Low Carbon Heat Networks, Steam, and CHP.

What we can offer you;

Access to our company pension scheme

Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community

Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

Design diverse energy systems including district heating, energy centres, HVAC, heat pumps, CHP, and low-carbon networks.

Conduct energy audits, identify efficiency improvements, and deploy innovative technologies to achieve net-zero targets.

Lead multidisciplinary teams delivering mechanical designs, P&IDs, plant specifications, and integrated engineering solutions.

Drive business development as Technical Lead from concept through proposal submission to construction handover.

Deliver compelling client presentations showcasing technical capabilities and innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Develop tender packages, manage approvals, and make critical decisions on project viability.

Partner with clients to create resilient energy solutions delivering carbon reduction and cost savings across project lifecycles.

Build strategic supplier relationships, manage project risks, and ensure robust contractual protection with partners.

Champion innovation and mentor junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and creative problem-solving.

What we're looking for;

Educated to degree level within Mechanical Engineering.

Experience designing energy systems.

Experience working within the energy industry.

Strong organisational and time management skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering teamwork and engaging constructively with clients.

Familiarity with large-scale thermal generating plants such as large shell & tube boilers and CHP engines is essential.

Experience with Heat Pump systems and renewables.

AutoCAD experience.

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Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive