Senior Electrical Engineer - Water Sector in Birmingham

Senior Electrical Engineer - Water Sector in Birmingham

Birmingham Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Deliver innovative electrical design solutions for water and wastewater projects.
  • Company: Join Stantec, a leader in sustainable engineering solutions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and comprehensive health benefits.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for mentoring and professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on critical water infrastructure and support community resilience.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in infrastructure projects required.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

The water sector is facing increasing demand for more resilient, sustainable and efficient infrastructure, and at Stantec, we are helping our clients meet these challenges through innovative engineering solutions.

Our Electrical Engineering teams are delivering essential projects across the UK, supporting the improvement and development of water and wastewater assets for communities now and in the future.

  • We’re looking for a
  • Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing Water team, based in

Birmingham, Derby, Redditch or Cardiff .

This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career, developing your technical expertise while contributing to major infrastructure projects alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary specialists.

You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where you can

  • Deliver electrical and EICA design solutions across a range of water and wastewater projects.
  • Develop your technical capability through exposure to complex engineering challenges.
  • Work closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Support and mentor developing engineers while continuing your own professional growth.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will support the delivery of electrical and EICA design services across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Working across the full project lifecycle, you will contribute to feasibility studies, optioneering, detailed design, construction support and commissioning activities.

You will be responsible for developing high-quality engineering solutions, producing and reviewing key technical deliverables and collaborating with engineers from other disciplines to ensure successful project outcomes.

You will work closely with Project Managers, discipline leads, clients and supply chain partners, providing technical input and helping to deliver safe, sustainable and efficient designs.

As part of your role, you will also have the opportunity to support junior engineers through mentoring, knowledge sharing and technical guidance, helping to strengthen the capability of the wider Electrical Engineering team.

YOUR IMPACT

Your work will contribute directly to the delivery of critical water infrastructure that supports communities, protects the environment and improves the resilience of essential services.

By applying your electrical engineering expertise to complex infrastructure projects, you’ll help clients overcome operational and environmental challenges while delivering solutions that support a more sustainable future.

You’ll also play an important role in developing the next generation of engineers and contributing to Stantec’s continued growth within the water sector.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a motivated Electrical Engineer who is ready to take on greater technical responsibility and contribute to the delivery of complex engineering projects.

ESSENTIAL

  • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Experience delivering electrical or EICA engineering solutions within an infrastructure, utilities or related environment.
  • Understanding of electrical design principles, standards and technical documentation.
  • Experience supporting multidisciplinary project delivery.
  • Ability to produce and review technical outputs such as Single Line Diagrams, specifications and design documentation.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with clients, colleagues and project teams.
  • A proactive approach to problem solving and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
  • Experience supporting or mentoring less experienced engineers.

DESIRABLE

  • Experience working within the UK water sector.
  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or working towards professional registration.
  • Experience with control philosophies, HAZOPs, technical workshops or design reviews.
  • Background in utilities, energy, infrastructure or other regulated industries.

BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
  • Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

If you’re ready to continue developing your Electrical Engineering career and work on projects that make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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Senior Electrical Engineer - Water Sector in Birmingham employer: Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

At Stantec, we pride ourselves on fostering a friendly and inclusive work environment where collaboration and professional growth are at the forefront. Our commitment to employee development is evident through industry-leading training, a clear progression plan towards chartership, and a range of benefits including competitive salaries and flexible working arrangements. Join us in shaping sustainable water management solutions while being part of a supportive team that values your contributions and encourages innovation.

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

Contact Details:

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Electrical Engineer - Water Sector in Birmingham

Electrical Engineering
EICA Design Solutions
Feasibility Studies
Detailed Design
Construction Support
Commissioning Activities
Technical Documentation