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PRINCIPLE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Location:
Midlands
Salary:
£55,000 – £60,000
Contract:
Role Summary:
An established engineering services provider is seeking a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join its growing multidisciplinary design team delivering projects within the UK water and wastewater sector.
This is a senior technical role offering the opportunity to provide leadership across a wide range of clean and wastewater infrastructure projects, from feasibility through to detailed design and commissioning support.
Responsibilities:
Electrical Design & Technical Leadership
Lead electrical design for UK water industry assets including:
LV and HV distribution systems
MCCs, VSDs, and pumping station electrical systems
Treatment works electrical infrastructure
Produce, review, and approve design outputs such as:
Single-line diagrams
Cable calculations and load assessments
Electrical schedules, specifications, and control philosophies
Ensure compliance with:
BS 7671, EN 61439
WIMES
CDM and water-company standards
DSEAR/ATEX where applicable
Project Delivery
Act as the electrical technical lead on multi-disciplinary UK water projects.
Support feasibility studies, optioneering, and value engineering.
Provide technical input during procurement, FAT/SAT, and commissioning.
Work closely with process, mechanical, civil, and ICA teams to deliver integrated MEICA solutions.
Leadership & Collaboration
Mentor and support junior and intermediate electrical engineers.
Lead design reviews, HAZOP/HAZID workshops, and technical meetings.
Engage with clients, contractors, and suppliers within the UK water sector.
Promote best practice, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Quality & Compliance
Ensure design outputs meet ISO 9001 quality requirements.
Support digital engineering and BIM-led delivery where applicable.
The Candidate:
Essential
Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward chartership.
Significant experience delivering electrical design within the UK water industry.
Strong knowledge of UK water utility standards and regulatory requirements.
Proven experience leading electrical design on complex projects.
Proficient with electrical design and CAD software.
Strong technical reporting and documentation skills.
Desirable
Experience working on AMP delivery frameworks.
Knowledge of ICA/SCADA interfaces.
Experience with commissioning support and site inspections.
Awareness of sustainability and energy optimisation in water assets.
The Offer:
Salary £55,000 – £60,000 (dependent on experience)
Car allowance
Pension scheme
Healthcare cash plan
Life insurance
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Long-term career development within a growing UK water-focused engineering business
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