Associate Director ICA Engineering

Overview

Shape the Future of our cities and environments. Are you an Associate Director ICA Engineering who is passionate about making the world a better place and ready to play a vital role in some of the UK\’s most exciting and innovative projects? Join AtkinsRéalis and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments. We are looking for an energetic and experienced Associate Director ICA Engineering to join our Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice. You’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering cutting-edge, iconic projects to Water market clients such as Thames Water, Anglian Water, South East Water, Southern Water, and other regional water authorities. You’ll contribute to transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark projects domestically and internationally. We’re committed to providing industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client-side and construction-phase support. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where world-class talent thrives without boundaries and where collaboration is valued. We offer hybrid working (3 days per week in the office/site) and this position is based in our Epsom, Peterborough or Cambridge offices.

Your role

• Own and direct a team of Electrical & ICA engineers for delivery of technical design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects following client and project-specific design codes and standards, to high-quality levels.
• Manage time and budgets of the Electrical & ICA team to key project milestones and programmes.
• Direct and review technical deliverables such as Single Line Diagrams, Cable Block Diagrams, Load Schedules, MCC specifications, Control Philosophies, and Control Network Architecture.
• Provide technical leadership into project design deliverables for ICA aspects of complex multi-disciplinary projects and work with the project management team to manage time and budgets to milestones.
• Collaborate with clients, operations, project or service activities within your team and related AtkinsRéalis teams.
• Provide direction and guidance to Senior and Principal colleagues.
• Lead the growth of the local Electrical & ICA team and the wider Electrical & ICA technical network.
• Work independently with minimal technical guidance; exercise judgement to solve difficult problems and guide Senior and Principal team members.
• Provide technical support and direction for bid proposals.
• Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Set quality assurance standards in design and ensure compliance from Electrical & ICA teams.
• Lead business development initiatives to drive growth of the water market.

About You

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer.
• Proven experience in leading or directing an Electrical & ICA engineering design delivery team for a design consultancy, including within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Ability to identify innovative solutions to design problems from a broad perspective.
• Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in ICA designs.
• Extensive knowledge of water company design codes and standards and best practices such as WIMES.
• Strong awareness of HAZOP, lightning strike risk assessments, earthing and bonding, lighting designs, DSEAR and ATEX installation practices.
• Ability to work independently with minimal technical guidance.
• Experience in the water market is preferred but not required; experience in industrial and process environments is essential.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to convey technical concepts clearly within diverse multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proactive, highly motivated with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and project success.

Meet some but not all of the criteria? We’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your motivation and how your skills align with the role.

Reward & benefits

Explore rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and career. We offer competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits you can tailor to health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs. You’ll have opportunities for training and professional development and our hybrid working culture with flexible holiday allowances to balance work and life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We are AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform infrastructure and energy systems. With our partners, clients, and a global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we aim to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will depend on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, it will be discussed at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of UK residency of 5 years or longer. Do not include details of any current or previous security clearance in your CV or discussions.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs. We offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.