At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative electrical engineering projects in the water sector and mentor junior engineers.
- Company: Aqua Consultants, a leader in water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, generous holiday, enhanced family leave, and healthcare plan.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on essential water projects while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong EICA background, degree-qualified, and client-facing experience.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
Aqua Consultants is seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of major water and wastewater infrastructure projects for United Utilities and the wider water sector. This is a key technical and leadership role within a collaborative EICA team, offering real influence over design quality, people development, and client relationships.
The Role:
- Lead delivery of EICA design across feasibility, outline and detailed design stages
- Produce and review electrical, instrumentation, control and automation deliverables
- Manage and mentor junior engineers and coordinate CAD resources
- Support fee proposals, workload planning, and technical reviews
- Act as a trusted technical interface for clients and delivery partners
What You’ll Be Working On:
- Water & wastewater treatment plants
- MCCs, LV/HV systems, SCADA & telemetry
- Hazard studies (HAZOP, HAZCON, DSEAR)
- CAPEX/OPEX-led design decision making
Essential Experience:
- Strong EICA background within the water / utilities sector
- Proven experience across feasibility to detailed design
- Client-facing capability and commercial awareness
- Degree-qualified (BEng/BSc or equivalent)
- Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (+ buy option)
- Enhanced family leave
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Medicash healthcare plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
Senior or Principal Electrical Engineer (Contract) in Leeds employer: Aqua Consultants
Aqua Consultants is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where experienced professionals can thrive in their careers. With a strong focus on collaboration and mentorship, employees are empowered to influence design quality and develop their skills while working on impactful water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Located in a vibrant sector, Aqua Consultants provides competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and comprehensive benefits, making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
