Title: Design Engineer
Job Purpose
We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our Operation Transformation Programme ensure effective planning and execution of team activities, optimizing resources, and delivering timely results to our customers. You will leverage your expertise and communication skills to provide specialist services within agreed processes and timelines. Trusted to deliver quality, you will promote a positive safety culture and resolve complex issues with practical solutions. You will embody our Cadent Values, drive excellent customer service, and contribute to an inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with design-related legislation, Cadent policies, procedures, and specifications throughout project lifecycles.
- Liaise with internal design teams, contractors, third-party designers, and external agencies to ensure compliance, consistency, and best practices.
- Lead the implementation of Quality and Design Management procedures, ensuring project design activities align with the Engineering Design Activity Schedule.
- Support contract documentation development, including identifying procedures and specifications for inclusion in Works Information.
- Manage the Technical Query and Deviation process, and review and monitor contractors' design plans, change control procedures, and risk registers.
- Interface with the SHEQ Team to provide design information for compliance reporting and audits, and review contractors' temporary works procedures.
- Coordinate design progress meetings, ensure the availability of current drawing registers, and support the project team in delivering accurate design information for commissioning and handover.
Skills and Experience
Qualifications:
- Minimum HNC/HND
- Degree (desirable)
- Professional Accreditation – Incorporated or Chartered Engineer in a relevant engineering field
Practical Experience:
- Demonstrable experience in a technical/engineering role
- In-depth understanding of GD/PM/G/17 disciplines (e.g., Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Instrumentation, Cathodic Protection, and Safety Engineering) and requirements for Design Approval & Appraisal
- Knowledge of Process Safety, Safety in Design, CDM Regulations 2015, and Quality Management Systems
- Understanding of Cadent policies and procedures (CAD/PM/HAZ suite, GD/PM/G/17 or T/PM/G/35, T/PM/RE/18)
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Customer Focus
- Commercial Awareness
- Contract Management
At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy! We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.
What’s In It for You
Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:
- Annual bonus
- Company Car Benefit
- Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
- An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
- Career development with funded learning options
- Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
- Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- Retail discounts, gym access, and more
We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.
Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!
Circle Back Initiative
As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we ensure all candidates receive a response to their application.
What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home - Cadent Gas Ltd
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