Principle Electrical Design Engineer - (Wastewater Treatment Projects)
Glanua Aldermaston, England, United Kingdom
About Us
Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK’s largest water utilities, Uisce Éireann (formerly Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water Affinity Water, Northumbrian Water and United Utilities.
We are passionate about solving today’s environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We champion core values and uphold the highest standards of Safety and Well‑being, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, Diversity and Inclusion.
Our talented team of 580 people across Ireland and the UK is rapidly expanding to meet our ambitious growth plans.
The Role
You will lead in a one‑team culture while actively contributing to your own skills and experience. You will coordinate the design team to deliver the required outputs for a portfolio of projects under the guidance of a design manager.
Key Attributes
* Commitment to excellence in Health & Safety (H&S) in design, fully complying with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (CDM) and all relevant H&S legislation.
* In‑depth knowledge of layout and interconnectivity of typical water and wastewater treatment processes and equipment, including pumping systems.
* Strong communication skills to interact with other engineering disciplines and clients.
* Ability to produce clear and concise electrical design deliverables across all design stages of a project.
* Ability to manage design delivery and project manage.
* Leadership skills to manage and motivate individuals to consistently deliver.
* Willingness to contribute to and develop technical knowledge networks.
* Drive to keep abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging technical solutions.
* Flexibility to travel within the UK (including Northern Ireland) and Ireland.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Reporting to the Design Manager.
* Part of a multi‑disciplined team responsible for producing design deliverables for water, wastewater and process treatment plants.
* Assisting in all aspects of electrical design from site surveys, optioneering, feasibility studies, detailed design and tender pricing.
* Production of procurement specifications for electrical equipment; cable calculations and detailed design construction drawings.
* Project managing third‑party designs and providing design assistance to installation and commissioning teams. Liaising with clients and subcontractors.
* Working as part of a team to support project delivery – embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
* Ensuring design, health, safety, environmental & sustainability standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to.
* Monitoring design delivery performance and efficiency, adjusting and reacting as necessary to achieve targets and keeping the MIDP up to date.
* Producing electrical design outputs as required.
* Ensuring Glanua’s and the client’s technical requirements are met throughout the design.
* Conducting regular meetings with project delivery teams to allocate resources, monitor the plan and adjust as necessary in consultation with the delivery teams.
* Monitoring and updating design change control.
* Liaising between mechanical and civil & structural designers.
* Involved in the growth and development of the company, including expansion of the direct delivery model – tasks include developing business cases for onboarding staff, gap analysis of required resources, recruitment and structuring.
* Providing robust leadership and a sounding board for supporting site teams.
* Showing an eagerness to learn and progress in your own career as well as mentoring and training junior staff.
* Other duties as required from time to time.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
* Chartered or Incorporated member of the IET with extensive experience in water or wastewater, non‑infrastructure, and infrastructure design.
* Knowledge of the Designer and Principal Designer duties under CDM 2015.
* Experience managing design quality control processes.
* Experience developing a programme and budget and monitoring progress against both.
* Able to communicate clearly and work effectively to lead a multidisciplinary team.
* Proven record in mentoring and developing staff in design.
* Experience working with Thames & Yorkshire Water’s electrical design standards’ documents is an advantage but not essential.
* Providing mentorship to junior or graduate electrical design engineers.
* Strong team leader and decision maker with proven experience essential.
* Water and wastewater design experience highly desirable.
* Commercial experience is desirable.
* An interest in developing a career within an industry‑leading organisation.
* Ability to work as part of a team in project delivery and provide input at team meetings.
* Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise.
* Good working knowledge of MS packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
* Full driving licence.
What we offer
* The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organization.
* Monday to Friday working week, finishing early on Fridays.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Competitive base salary with annual salary reviews.
* A company laptop and phone.
* Access to the Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential employee counselling service, free for employees and their families.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
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