At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build electrical systems for clean and wastewater projects.
- Company: Specialist engineering firm focused on innovative infrastructure solutions.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with hands-on design and project delivery focus.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on essential infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in design for water projects.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Our client is a specialist engineering company across clean and wastewater infrastructure projects throughout the UK. Working closely with tier-one contractors and framework partners, they deliver robust, buildable electrical designs across treatment works, pumping stations, and network assets. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a mid-to-senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their South East-based team.
The Role
- You will be involved in the full D&B design lifecycle, producing practical, construction-ready electrical designs and supporting projects through delivery.
- Electrical design from outline design through to detailed design and construction issue.
- Development of buildable LV electrical designs including power distribution, MCCs, switchgear, control panels, standby generation, and earthing/bonding.
- Preparation of electrical calculations such as load schedules, cable sizing, fault levels, and protection coordination.
- Production and coordination of electrical drawings including single line diagrams, schematics, layouts, and cable schedules.
- Close coordination with mechanical, civil, ICA, and construction teams to resolve buildability, sequencing, and installation challenges.
- Technical review of supplier and subcontractor design information.
- Support during construction, commissioning, and handover phases.
- Ensuring compliance with BS 7671, WIMES, DSEAR, CDM, and client standards.
About You
- You will ideally have a qualification in Electrical Engineering (degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
- Proven experience delivering electrical design within D&B water or wastewater projects.
- Strong understanding of construction-stage design development and contractor interfaces.
- Experience working with MCC suppliers and electrical subcontractors.
- Familiarity with electrical design tools such as Amtech/Trimble and AutoCAD.
- A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach to engineering design.
- Clear communication skills and confidence working in fast-paced project environments.
- Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer status (IET or equivalent) would be beneficial but is not essential.
This role will suit an Electrical Design Engineer who enjoys hands-on design, contractor collaboration, and seeing projects through to delivery.
Electrical Product Design Engineer in Brighton employer: Alexander Associates Technical Resources
Join a leading Tier 1 contractor in Glasgow, where you will be part of a dynamic Engineering Design Team dedicated to delivering innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through mentorship and knowledge sharing, ensuring that you can develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects that impact communities. With a commitment to quality and compliance, this role offers the chance to work on significant engineering challenges in a supportive environment, making it an excellent employer for those seeking rewarding careers in civil engineering.
Contact Details:
Alexander Associates Technical Resources Recruitment Team
