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Electrical Design Engineer
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Alton
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Alton
Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a plus package
Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer looking for your next challenge in the water industry?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing design and delivery team, working on essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You'll be responsible for the specification, design, assembly, installation, and commissioning of electrical equipment, ensuring systems meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. With projects that directly impact communities and the environment, this role offers variety, technical challenge, and the chance to make a real difference.
Why Join This Team?
- Be part of a forward-thinking organisation at the heart of the UK water industry
- Work on technically challenging and rewarding projects across water and wastewater infrastructure
- Access professional development, training, and long-term career progression opportunities
- Benefit from a competitive package, with pension, health support, and relocation considered
- Enjoy a flexible, hybrid working environment with travel opportunities across the UK and Ireland
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation installations by internal teams and subcontractors
- Review client design drawings, schedules, and documents for pricing and compliance purposes
- Prepare electrical design drawings, calculations, schedules, and documentation for MCCs, cable networks, and containment systems
- Develop Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and Control Philosophies specific to water projects
- Assess client DNO supply characteristics, site earthing design, and lightning protection needs
- Prepare electrical design and enquiry packages for subcontractor tenders
- Review supplier and subcontractor designs to ensure compliance with client specifications
- Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), site inspections, certification processes, and commissioning activities
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and contractors to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality outcomes
- Identify opportunities for business improvements and contribute to team meetings and initiatives
What They're Looking For
- Degree, HND, HNC, or equivalent qualification in engineering, science, or related field
- At least three years' postgraduate experience in utilities or M&E engineering, ideally within the water industry
- Strong background in industrial/commercial electrical and ICA design, installation, testing, and commissioning
- Experience with MCC/Electrical Panel design, calculations, and supporting documentation
- Knowledge of Low Voltage (LV) and Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems, including I/O, relay logic, instrumentation, and conditioning
- Advantageous experience as an NIC-EIC Competent Person
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues
- Full driving licence with willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland, including overnight stays
Package
- Competitive salary/OTE, negotiable based on skills and experience
- Expenses scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme including health screening
- Access to training, development, and professional growth
- Relocation support considered on a case-by-case basis
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer to grow their career in the water industry while delivering projects that matter. If you're technically skilled, commercially aware, and motivated to make an impact, apply today.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If no response is received, the application has not been successful at this stage.
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