At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical projects and ensure high standards in clean water utilities.
- Company: Join a leading clean water utility focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Long-term contract with autonomy and visibility in your role.
- Other info: Ideal for independent engineers looking for impactful work.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in water quality while advancing your engineering career.
- Qualifications: Solid electrical design background and high-voltage experience required.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a clean water utility on a long-term contract. You will operate as the sole Electrical Engineer in a lean in-house M&E function, working closely with mechanical colleagues and acting as the intelligent client across a portfolio of clean water assets. This role offers a high level of autonomy and visibility and will suit an engineer comfortable working independently and influencing technical outcomes.
The position sits at design authority / assurance level rather than detailed design. Candidates must, however, have a solid electrical design background and be confident reviewing and shaping design solutions produced by delivery partners. Framework contractors are responsible for detailed design and construction, while you will provide governance, challenge, and technical direction on major capital schemes, including a significant WTW upgrade project.
Key Accountabilities
- Act as the internal electrical technical authority
- Provide electrical input, leadership, and assurance across capital projects
- Review and challenge EICA and electrical designs from external contractors
- Develop outline and functional electrical solutions
- Support electrical and generator upgrade strategies
- Undertake site assessments to evaluate asset condition and identify improvement needs
- Provide oversight during construction, installation, and commissioning
- Apply HV engineering expertise, including protection and integration studies
- Prepare specifications and contribute to tender reviews and contractor selection
- Carry out feasibility studies and produce option appraisals
- Support and review internal electrical standards
- Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to support capital delivery
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental requirements
- Provide technical support during incidents and operational events when required
Background & Experience
- Proven electrical engineering experience within water, utilities, or comparable industrial sectors
- Previous experience in a consultancy or contractor-led design environment
- Comfortable operating as an Electrical Design Engineer / intelligent client
- High-voltage experience is essential
- Able to work autonomously as the only electrical specialist
- Practical, site-experienced engineer with strong judgement
Only those with right to work in the UK should apply for this role.
Locations
Electrical Engineer in Guildford, Surrey 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
