At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Energy Team to develop and deliver renewable energy projects.
- Company: Yorkshire Water, a vital service provider for over 5.4 million people.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, wellness days, and a fantastic benefits package.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability and community health in Yorkshire.
- Qualifications: Electrical engineering expertise and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50300 - 62876 £ per year.
Company description: Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience (£50,300 - £62,876), an annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year), and an attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution). Development opportunities in line with the Solutions Development Engineer progression plan are available, along with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2 extra wellness days. Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary is provided, as well as a great benefits package including health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover, retail savings scheme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts, and many more!
Location: This role will initially be based in Bradford but we are moving our office to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026, so you will be based there in the future. Hybrid working typically involves 1 office day a week plus site visits. Work type: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Solutions Development Engineer (Renewables) to join the Energy Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers.
What we do: We ensure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of visitors can rely on our services, providing clean and safe drinking water and managing wastewater. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to manage Yorkshire's water sustainably.
The Energy team plays a key role in meeting the changing expectations of customers and regulators. The Energy Projects team sits in Kelda, the parent company of Yorkshire Water, and is part of the wider Commercial Services Team. The team is accountable for delivering energy projects to achieve 40% self-generation by 2030 while supporting targets around EV deployment, power resilience, and heat recovery/use.
Where you fit in: As our Solutions Development Engineer (Renewables) you will:
- Provide electrical engineering expertise to support the development and delivery of renewable energy and other energy-related projects.
- Act as the primary liaison between project delivery teams and Group Engineering functions, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Develop comprehensive engineering work packages and delivery scopes for handover to project delivery teams, providing ongoing technical support to delivery teams and EPC contractors.
- Identify and implement opportunities to optimise construction methodologies, improve efficiency, and reduce project costs.
- Prepare, submit, and manage new and amended grid connection applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory and network requirements.
- Support Project Managers in monitoring EPC contractor performance, ensuring construction activities are delivered safely, achieve project milestones, and meet required quality standards.
- Conduct site inspections and audits to verify adherence to site standards and proactively implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Ensure construction activities are carried out with minimal disruption to operational performance, productivity, and quality.
- Monitor compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Produce detailed site visit and audit reports for both active construction projects and future development sites.
- Represent the engineering team in strategic initiatives, including electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure deployment and power resilience programmes.
- Attend and support commissioning, testing, and energisation activities to ensure successful project completion and asset handover.
Solutions Development Engineer in Cornwall employer: Yorkshire Water
Yorkshire Water is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets sustainability in the wastewater sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a comprehensive benefits package, team members are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to vital environmental initiatives. Located in a region known for its natural beauty, employees enjoy a supportive culture that values health and safety, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
