Senior Energy Engineer

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Senior Energy Engineer

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Rugby
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Full time
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Posted 13 days ago
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JR27795

Job Details

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Salary: Competitive Salary plus Veolia benefits (Pension, Bonus, Car/Car Allowance)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Location: Rugby, hybrid working with some travel to customer 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.

Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

We're seeking a Senior Energy Engineer to join our Technical Department's Energy team. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of energy innovation and decarbonisation, working on high-value projects ranging from hundreds of thousands to tens of millions of pounds. You'll play a crucial role in developing cutting-edge energy solutions across diverse sectors including NHS hospitals, industrial facilities, and district heating networks.

As a Senior Energy Engineer, you'll combine technical expertise with commercial acumen to drive operational excellence and identify energy-saving opportunities. You'll work with advanced modelling tools to evaluate emerging technologies like carbon capture, support major decarbonisation projects, and influence key stakeholder decisions. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on sustainability while working with a dynamic team across multiple sites, shaping the future of energy efficiency and environmental performance.


 

What we can offer you:

  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000

  • Access to our people’s pension scheme

  • Free physiotherapy service 

  • 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

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


 

What you'll be doing:

  • Support the development of new energy projects up to £10m, using advanced modeling tools to identify energy savings and optimise performance of assets including CHP plants, heat pumps, and HVAC equipment.

  • Lead technology innovation by evaluating emerging decarbonisation technologies and business models.

  • Contribute to bid-winning strategies and financial models, supporting contract negotiations on guaranteed performance and Measurement & Verification aspects.

  • Drive continuous improvement by analysing technical KPIs, investigating performance variations, and developing action plans to enhance operational efficiency across multiple sites.

  • Deliver decarbonisation surveys and energy audits for diverse sectors.
     

What we're looking for:

  • Relevant experience in the energy/building services industry.

  • A qualified degree in Mechanical Engineering or adequate demonstration of competencies.

  • Theoretical understanding of Building Energy system (e.g. HVAC) and industrial energy and utility systems (e.g. steam, hot water, CHP, heat pumps, chilled water, district energy, building services, hydraulics).

  • Able to articulate a good understanding of design concepts and project management.

  • A creative, solution-oriented thinker with excellent communication skills.

What’s next?

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.

Rewards & Benefits

As well as great pay, being part of our team means you
can look forward to lots of benefits:

Holiday
Up to 25 days of paid holiday (plus bank holidays). With the option to buy additional leave, depending on the role.
Pension
An optional pension scheme that both you and Veolia can contribute towards
Discounts
The MyChoices employee discount scheme; for savings on a range of products and services from travel and grocery, to insurance and financial products
Cycle2Work
A Cycle2Work scheme that could save you tax and National Insurance when you buy a new bike to cycle to work
Volunteer Day
One paid day a year to volunteer with a local charity or cause of your choice
Share Scheme
Invest in Veolia's shares through our share scheme
Life Insurance
Life Insurance is provided to all Veolia staff (subject to age limitations). This benefit gives you the peace of mind that your loved ones are protected in the event of your death.
Employee Referrals
Refer friends or family to specific roles within Veolia and receive between £500 to £1,000 (terms and conditions apply)
Employee Assistance Programme
Our Employee Assistance Programme is there for 24/7 confidential support to deal with any problems, both inside and outside of work
Mental Health First Aiders
A community of over 230 mental health first aiders across the business
Virtual GP
Access to a virtual GP 24/7 for you and your immediate household
Physiotherapy
A physiotherapy service to help you when needed

Our people have outstanding skills and stories to tell

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Everyday is different and new challenges need to be tackled which I love as it's a chance to learn and expand my knowledge.

Nathan Pearce, Apprentice District Heating Engineer

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One of the reasons I stay at Veolia is because I feel safe at work. Health and safety is an important aspect of work at Veolia and in our workshops

Ian Rawlins, Technician

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Working at Veolia, I feel part of pioneering real change with innovative and developing solutions. The focus is on preserving resources and supporting green recovery, and in turn bringing benefits to local communities and the planet.

Jamie Dunn, National EC&I Manager

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There is the opportunity for progression and variation within Veolia. I graduated as a Civil Engineer but through the various roles have liaised on multidisciplinary projects.

Andrew Bromley, Project Manager

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