At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical design for water projects and mentor junior engineers.
- Company: Join a major player in the water sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and accessibility.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical infrastructure while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in electrical design, preferably in the water industry.
The predicted salary is between 55 - 60 £ per hour.
Location: Stretford, Manchester (Hybrid – 3 days office based, 2 days home based)
Contract: 12 Months +
Hours: 40 hours per week
Rate: £55.00–£60.00 Ltd per hour (subject to IR35 assessment confirming Outside IR35 status)
Description
Are you an experienced Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation (EICA) Engineer with a strong background in the water industry? We are seeking a Senior EICA Engineer to join a major water sector programme, supporting the delivery of high-quality electrical engineering designs across wastewater treatment works, sewage networks, and clean water projects. This is an excellent opportunity to take a lead role in electrical design delivery while mentoring junior engineers and working alongside multidisciplinary teams on critical infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality electrical design packages in accordance with safety, regulatory, and technical standards.
- Produce detailed calculations, schematics, single-line diagrams, and layout drawings.
- Lead electrical design activities across water sector projects.
- Mentor and support junior engineers, graduates, and CAD technicians.
- Define scopes of work and oversee subcontracted design activities.
- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Prepare technical reports, design investigations, and engineering specifications.
- Ensure designs comply with company procedures and relevant industry standards.
- Manage and document design changes throughout project lifecycles.
- Estimate design resource requirements and support project planning.
- Represent the engineering team during client and stakeholder meetings.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 10 years' experience in electrical design engineering.
- Proven water/utilities sector experience.
- Experience working on wastewater treatment works (WWTW), sewage networks, and/or clean water infrastructure.
- Strong Low Voltage (LV) design experience.
- HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Membership of a recognised professional institution such as the IET.
- Actively working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Desirable Experience
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
- High Voltage (HV), LV, and ICA design experience.
- Control systems and telecommunications engineering knowledge.
- ATEX design and compliance experience.
- Understanding of construction methodologies and site-based design considerations.
- Familiarity with engineering drawing standards and best practices.
Get in touch now if you're seeking a new opportunity and think you have the skills and experience our client desires then apply now or contact Stuart Cooper via LinkedIn.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.
Senior Engineer - Networks (Permanent) in Stretford employer: Millbank
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an exceptional employer located in Stretford, Manchester, offering a hybrid work model that promotes a healthy work-life balance. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while working on impactful water sector projects, all within a supportive and inclusive culture that values diversity and accessibility.
