Remote Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Sector in Oxford

Remote Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Sector in Oxford

Oxford Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
AECOM

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and review electrical systems for water infrastructure projects.
  • Company: Join a leading engineering firm with a focus on innovative water solutions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, career development, and personalised benefits.
  • Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values your potential and well-being.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on large-scale water projects while mentoring junior engineers.
  • Qualifications: Experience in water engineering and strong collaboration skills required.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

We’re looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our growing Water Solutions team in Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, or Plymouth. In this role you will play a key part in delivering South West Water’s and Wessex Water’s £8 billion capital programmes across a wide range of projects and multi‑million pound schemes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake the design and review of electrical and ICA elements in wastewater and water infrastructure / treatment projects, and offer expert advice where required.
  • Produce and review client deliverables, make key technical decisions and identify when specialist input from the greater team is required.
  • Prepare and manage the production of key packages of work using internal systems and operations, and assess design resources within the discipline.
  • Prepare technical specification.
  • Collaborate with client and AECOM counterparts to ensure stakeholder buy‑in to solutions, and contribute to AECOM’s wider technical capability and innovative approach.
  • Delegate tasks, direct and oversee the work of others and act as a technical mentor to more junior staff.

Qualifications

  • Proven design experience in managing the technical delivery of large‑scale water engineering projects with multi‑disciplinary knowledge.
  • Strong collaboration and coordination skills between teams, clients and stakeholders.
  • BEng or MEng in a related engineering field with experience in water and wastewater treatment.
  • Chartered Member of a relevant Professional Institution.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid working model to support work‑life balance.
  • Career development opportunities including AECOM University and technical practice networks.
  • Personalised benefits designed to support future and well‑being.
  • Volunteering days and support for community projects.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Remote Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Sector in Oxford employer: AECOM

At AECOM, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a flexible hybrid working model that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through initiatives like AECOM University and technical practice networks, ensuring that you have the resources to advance your career while contributing to impactful water engineering projects in the vibrant South West region.

AECOM

Contact Details:

AECOM Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Remote Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Sector in Oxford

Electrical Design
ICA (Instrumentation, Control and Automation)
Water Engineering
Wastewater Treatment
Technical Specification Preparation
Project Management
Stakeholder Engagement