Electrical Engineer - Water & Wastewater
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + benefits
Why this opportunity stands out.
Join a well‑established contractor with a strong track record in delivering end‑to‑end M&E solutions across the UK water sector. You'll be part of a technically skilled, forward‑thinking team that values collaboration, innovation, and quality. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility, autonomy, and genuine opportunities to progress into project leadership and client‑facing responsibilities as the business continues to expand.
Who you'll be joining.
You'll become part of a trusted engineering contractor delivering design, build, and maintenance solutions for major water frameworks. With decades of success partnering with Thames Water and Southern Water, the company has built a reputation for technical excellence and long‑term client relationships. You'll be supported by experienced engineers and project managers while being empowered to take ownership of your own design work and client discussions.
What you'll be doing.
* Leading and contributing to the design and development of electrical and control systems, including instrumentation and process automation.
* Taking projects from tender through to handover, including detailed design, build, commissioning, and maintenance phases.
* Producing technical documentation, design reports, and work packages for installers, panel manufacturers, and system integrators.
* Managing and reviewing subcontractor design packages to ensure quality, budget, and programme compliance.
* Engaging directly with clients to understand requirements, present solutions, and communicate complex technical information clearly.
* Supporting project delivery through site visits, design reviews, and technical guidance.
* Ensuring all designs comply with industry standards, client specifications, and health and safety requirements.
What you'll bring.
* Proven experience in electrical design within the water or wastewater sector (or similar process engineering environment).
* Strong knowledge of instrumentation, control systems, and system integration.
* Ability to manage your own workload and deliver designs independently or as part of a wider team.
* Excellent communication skills with the confidence to lead client discussions and present design concepts clearly.
* Experience managing subcontractor design packages and reviewing technical deliverables.
* Ambition to progress into a lead or project management role over time.
* Relevant electrical or control systems engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree).
Pay and perks.
* Salary up to £55,000 per annum.
* Hybrid working (office based in London).
* Contributory pension scheme and comprehensive benefits package.
* Exposure to high‑profile projects for Thames and Southern Water.
* Long‑term career progression with a respected and growing engineering contractor.
Ready to apply?
Please contact Chas on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to discuss in confidence. 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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