Senior Electrical Engineer - Water in Bristol

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer with Water Sector experience to join our growing Flood and Coastal MEICA team based in our Cambridge or Bristol office.

About The Business

It’s a fantastic time to become part of Stantec’s Flood and Coastal team as we continue to grow nationally! Our engineers are experts in creating high‑performing, sustainable environments. We work across all flood defence infrastructure projects, from sluice gates and gravity‑driven solutions to refurbishment and replacement pump station projects that adhere to the Eel Regulations 2009.

The Flood and Coastal team is a small but growing group of engineers, working on the forefront of the industry. We’re delivering one of the largest pump stations in the country, with a new style of design and controls never before used in the UK. You’ll also have the opportunity to work with clients on refurbishment and replacement projects throughout the flood defence sector, as well as collaborate with a truly multidisciplinary team of structural, civil, mechanical, and flood risk engineers.

The Opportunity

You’ll be joining a highly motivated and collaborative team of engineers who are passionate about delivering sustainable, innovative solutions and who genuinely enjoy what they do.

You will lead the day‑to‑day technical delivery of electrical design services on multi‑disciplinary pumping station and water control projects. You will oversee the production of high‑quality design deliverables, including specifications, drawings and schedules.

You will mentor junior team members, including graduates and apprentices, and play a key role in their career development.

About You

• Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer in the UK, ideally with a track record of delivering electrical solutions across water and/or flood defence sectors.
• Supported, developed or mentored junior colleagues.
• Experienced with BIM processes and tools including Revit and electrical modelling software (e.g., Trimble).
• A collaborative mindset and experience working closely with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification (HNC, HND, Bachelors or Masters) in Electrical Engineering.
• Recently obtained chartered status.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection and life assurance included as standard plus discounted gym membership and more.
• Flexible working: hybrid approach with full‑time employees required in the office 3 days per week.
• Growth: you will be part of an exciting growth journey across the UK.
• We put people first: prioritising safety and supporting career development.
• We are driven to achieve: recognition as a top sustainable company.
• We do what is right: industry‑leading training, professional subscriptions and a professional progression plan supporting chartered status.
• We are better together: a supportive and collaborative team environment with an ERG network.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years, delivering sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec complies with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.