Description Join Trant Engineering and help shape the delivery of complex, high-impact projects. Trant Engineering is a leading EPC contractor with a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions across the UK and internationally. With over 1,000 employees and a £150m turnover, were growingand now looking for an experienced Senior EICA Design Engineer to play a key role in our project delivery teams. The Senior EICA Design Engineer role involves applying extensive engineering knowledge and leadership skills to manage complex projects and guide technical teams. This position requires independent judgment, advanced problem-solving, and the ability to adapt engineering practices to meet project objectives. Responsibilities include overseeing scopes, schedules, and budgets, ensuring compliance with standards, and promoting sustainability principles throughout the project lifecycle. Independently applies extensive and diverse knowledge of EICA engineering principles and practices across broad areas of assignments and related fields. Actively promotes consideration of sustainability principles throughout the design lifecycle. Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scope or major project components. Designs complete projects, systems, components, or processes. Develops EICA specifications, drawings, and other project documents. Reviews complete project documentation for compliance and quality assurance. Analyzes complex engineering projects to determine design requirements, uncertainties, and constraints. SCHEDULE, PROJECT & TASK MANAGEMENT Performs basic schedule analysis and assesses project risks. Leads tasks on major projects or multiple projects of moderate scope with complex features. Proactively implements change management practices and assesses the commercial impact of decisions. MANAGEMENT, SUPERVISION & GUIDANCE Receives supervision and guidance on overall objectives, critical issues, and policy matters. Possesses advanced oral and written communication skills, including interpretation of complex technical and contractual language. Communicates professionally with colleagues, clients, and design partners. Leads project meetings and represents the organization in communications related to engineering assignments. Considers the needs of diverse project stakeholders and fosters inclusion. Bachelors degree in Engineering or related discipline (Masters preferred). CSCS Card or SHEA Water Qualification EUSR Water Hygiene Qualification Typically 7+ years of engineering experience, including project leadership and technical oversight. At Trant Engineering, we deliver complex, high-value engineering and construction projects across the UK. From process and water treatment to energy infrastructure upgrades, we play a key role in delivering and protecting critical national infrastructure shaping the systems that communities and industries rely on every day. Our teams design and deliver full EPC solutions, combining technical excellence with practical, hands-on delivery. We offer end-to-end capabilities from concept and design through to manufacturing, construction and commissioning utilising a continually evolving in-house expertise. This means youll work on projects that are varied, challenging and genuinely impactful. Our multi-disciplinary teams bring together specialists in civil, mechanical, electrical, process, instrumentation, and control & automation engineering, alongside our in-house manufacturing of control panels, MCCs, PLCs and SCADA systems. We are committed to helping our people succeed through our Career Development Association, providing structured support, mentoring and clear pathways to help you reach your full potential. Our company benefits package includes. ~ Competitive salary. ~ Company car or car allowance (some levels.) ~ Mentored support within our Career Development Association, to work towards chartership. ~24 days holiday (increasing with service) + 8 bank holidays. ~ Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice. ~ Company Pension Scheme. ~ Flexible working based on a core hours system. ~Hybrid working. ~ Employee assistance program. ~ Free onsite parking. ~ Bike to Work scheme. ~ Discretionary annual bonus.
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Design Technology and Engineering in Hampshire, Portsmouth employer: Trant Engineering Limited
Trant Engineering is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets impact. With a strong commitment to employee development through structured mentoring and clear career pathways, you will have the opportunity to grow alongside a talented team while working on complex projects that shape critical national infrastructure. Our inclusive culture, competitive benefits, and focus on sustainability make Trant a rewarding place to advance your engineering career.
