Asset Investment Senior Engineer

Join Cadent at a pivotal moment in transforming how we invest in our network!

At Cadent, we are transforming how investment decisions are made across one of the UK's largest critical infrastructure networks. As an Asset Investment Senior Engineer, you will play a central role in shaping asset strategies that influence hundreds of millions of pounds of investment, helping ensure our network remains safe, resilient and ready for the future.

This highly visible role offers direct exposure to senior leaders and cross‑functional collaboration across Engineering, Network Operations, Energy System Operations, Capital Delivery, Finance and Operational Performance. You will influence strategic decisions, build alignment across stakeholders and help shape the future direction of asset management within Cadent.

Looking for flexibility without losing connection? This hybrid role offers the best of both worlds, with office/home working patterns customisable to your needs. Travel to our Ansty Park office is required, but notice will be provided to enable you to make necessary travel plans. Speak to us during the application process to discuss in more detail.

Alongside flexible working, you will enjoy a fantastic benefits package including a company performance bonus, double-matched pension, wellbeing initiatives, and excellent learning and development opportunities.

• Drive Strategic Investment – Develop asset investment strategies that influence major business decisions and long‑term network performance.
• Lead Transformation – Help build next‑generation asset management and investment modelling capabilities that will redefine how Cadent plans and prioritises investment.
• Shape the Energy Future – Support investment strategies for emerging challenges and opportunities, including growth in biomethane and data‑centre connection demands.
• Complex & High Impact Work – Lead civil asset investment strategies within one of Cadent's most strategically important and technically challenging asset groups.
• Influence Senior Stakeholders – Work directly with leaders across the business to shape decisions that balance cost, risk and performance.

We are looking for a strategic thinker who can combine analysis, stakeholder engagement and decision‑making to solve complex investment challenges.

You will likely have experience in:

• Asset Management, Investment Planning, Risk Modelling or Infrastructure Strategy.
• Evaluating cost, risk and performance trade‑offs within complex asset‑based organisations.
• Experience with IFS Copperleaf Asset Investment Planning & Management tool or similar AIPM software.
• Influencing stakeholders across multiple disciplines and organisational levels.
• Communicating complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.

Experience in utilities, infrastructure, engineering assets, asset data management or regulated industries would be advantageous but is not essential.

• Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Incorporated Engineer or equivalent professional qualification (desirable).
• Institute of Asset Managers qualifications (desirable).

This is an opportunity to influence the future of critical national infrastructure, drive meaningful change and help develop the next generation of asset management capability at Cadent.

Apply now and help shape the investment decisions that will define our network's future!

• Annual bonus
• 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 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 – look forward to welcoming you.

Don't meet every requirement? No problem! If you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we still welcome you to submit your application.

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up‑to‑date CV. Our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website.

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.