Role overview
Join a Team That’s Designing a Better Future for Water
We’re growing – come and grow with us!
At Eric Wright Water, our design team is expanding in Preston, and we’re looking for talented Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Designers to help us deliver essential water and wastewater infrastructure across the North West. With a significant increase in workload across our frameworks, we’re growing our in-house, multi-disciplinary design capability to support an exciting portfolio of AMP8 projects. Whether you’re an Assistant Designer eager to develop your technical skills or a Senior Designer ready to take on more responsibility, you’ll join a collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas will help shape sustainable solutions for local communities and the environment.
What You’ll Be Working On:
Our projects span the full lifecycle, from outline and detailed design through to construction support and cover a wide range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure works, including:
1. Pumping stations, storage and settlement tanks
2. Chemical dosing plants and tertiary treatment processes
3. Refurbishment of existing treatment works
4. MCCs, LV and HV electrical distribution systems…and much more!
Every project offers the chance to innovate, problem solve, and make a tangible impact on how water is delivered, treated, and managed.
Why Join Eric Wright Water?
We believe that great work starts with great people. That’s why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and future.
Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
💷 Competitive salary
🚗 Company car or car allowance scheme (depending on band)
🌴 Enhanced annual leave – 26 days + bank holidays, rising with service
🎓 Learning and development – tailored training and clear career pathways
💰 Pension – 6.5% employer contribution to help you plan for the future
🩺 BUPA healthcare – optional scheme with 50% company contribution (family cover available)
💼 Group income protection – 50% salary cover for up to 3 years for long-term illness
👶 Enhanced family leave – covering maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, and more
🏠 Hybrid working – flexibility to balance time between home, office, and site
👩⚕️ Virtual GP – 24/7 access when you need it most
💬 Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for you and your family
🧘 Mental health support – through the NHS-approved Thrive app
💡 Savings scheme and recognition awards for milestones and achievements
❤️ A comprehensive wellbeing strategy focused on physical, emotional, financial, and career health
Be Part of Something Meaningful - At Eric Wright Water, we combine technical excellence with a genuine commitment to people, sustainability, and community impact.
If you’re passionate about design and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and long-term relationships, we’d love to hear from you!
Department EWW Contract type Full time Hours 40 hours per week Salary Competitive with excellent benefits Benefits Competitive