At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative electrical design for impactful water projects and mentor junior engineers.
- Company: Specialist contractor at the forefront of the UK water industry, focused on innovation and sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a culture that values innovation, sustainability, and long-term career growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of water infrastructure while making a real-world impact.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering, chartered status, and experience in water or process industry.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.
Our client is a specialist design and build contractor working at the forefront of the UK water industry.
Known for their technical excellence, innovation, and environmentally focused approach, they are proud to partner with the UK's leading water companies on their most challenging AMP8 programmes.
We are currently seeking an experienced Principal Electrical & ICA Engineer to join a national Engineering Team.
With flexible hybrid working and multiple office locations to choose from, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineer to help shape the future of water infrastructure.
What You'll Be Doing Lead the Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA) design for water and wastewater projects.
Ensure that work meets all technical, quality, safety, environmental and legislative standards.
Coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams, project stakeholders, supply chain partners, and clients.
Produce high-quality design deliverables, including calculations, reports, drawings and construction-ready documentation.
Apply and promote standard design practices across projects.
Contribute to positive Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) outcomes.
Provide mentoring and performance development to junior team members.
Gain hands-on experience with commercial, programme and financial project matters.
You'll be passionate about working on projects that have a real-world impact and be driven to deliver the highest standards of engineering.
Key Skills and Experience: Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Chartered status with the Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET) or similar.
Proven experience delivering design and build solutions in the water or process industry.
Experience with BIM-led design and digital tools such as Revit or Plant 3D.
Familiarity with water industry client requirements is highly desirable.
A full UK driving licence (or ability to travel) is required, including to remote sites.
Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible hybrid working arrangements Opportunities for professional development and chartership support A culture that supports innovation, sustainability and long-term career growth Only those with proof of right to work in the UK should apply for this role.
Principal Electrical Design Engineer (hybrid) in Glasgow 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
