Strategic System Optimisation Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Strategic System Optimisation Engineer to join our team. You’ll play a key role in developing and improving Thames Water’s strategic water distribution system to make sure our customers receive a reliable, high-quality water supply every day.

What you’ll be doing as a Strategic System Optimisation Engineer

• Developing and optimising the strategic water distribution system to improve performance and resilience.
• Supporting initiatives that consider water quality, leakage, energy efficiency, and supply resilience.
• Acting as a subject matter expert on the source-to-tap operation of our water network.
• Providing technical support during unplanned incidents and contributing to contingency planning.
• Mentoring team members and helping to enhance data-driven decision-making across the business.
• Driving improvements through innovative new ways of working and business process reviews.

Base location: Kemble Court - RG2 6AD

This position is offered on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.

What you should bring to the role

• Experience in the water industry and knowledge of hydraulic system.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to use data to identify and solve problems.
• Experience with GIS mapping systems, SCADA telemetry, or Microsoft 365 (preferred)
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.
•  A background in project management or civil design/construction would be beneficial.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £47,680 up to £49,000 per annum depending on skills and experience.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Performance-related pay plan up to 10% of salary.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of yourself and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.