At a Glance
- Tasks: Support major water projects by assisting in electrical design and project delivery.
- Company: Fast-growing design consultancy with a collaborative and quality-driven culture.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, professional development, and rapid career progression.
- Other info: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and gain exposure to diverse engineering challenges.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the water industry.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering; experience through internships or projects is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Our client is a fast-growing design and engineering consultancy working across the water sector. With offices in Glasgow and London, we pride ourselves on our quality-driven, collaborative culture. We're ambitious, agile, and committed to building a business that delivers long-term value to clients, employees, and partners.
They are now looking for a proactive Assistant EICA Engineer to support the delivery of major water and wastewater Non-Infrastructure projects. You will play a central role in shaping project outcomes and driving design quality across multidisciplinary teams.
Our client takes pride in being a small-sized company that provides the ideal environment for professionals seeking rapid career progression. Their commitment to growth means you can be at the forefront of exciting developments in the water industry and enjoy the rewards that come with it. They offer a robust professional development program designed to support your career advancement. They focus on their employees' wellbeing, offering flexible options like remote and condensed working schedules to promote a healthy work-life balance, depending on project and company needs.
In this role, you will contribute to the design, specification, and delivery of electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation systems across treatment plants, pumping stations, control systems, and related infrastructure. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will support the development of safe and reliable power distribution, protection, monitoring, and instrumentation solutions throughout the project lifecycle—from concept and design through to commissioning and handover.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical and project delivery skills while gaining exposure to a wide range of engineering challenges. Collaboration is key: you will work closely with civil, mechanical, process, and control & instrumentation teams, as well as with construction, operations, and external stakeholders, to help deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
- Assist in the development of electrical design deliverables, including power capacity assessments, single-line diagrams, distribution layouts, cable block diagrams, system architecture diagrams, telemetry requirements, and I/O lists.
- Contribute to the specification and selection of electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, motors and drives, MV/LV panels, MCCs, control panels, and distribution boards.
- Undertake electrical load calculations and other engineering assessments under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Liaise with utility providers, contractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders as required.
- Ensure designs and engineering activities comply with relevant standards, health & safety legislation, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with cost estimates, risk assessments, and change management activities throughout project delivery.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and clients to deliver successful project outcomes.
- Participate in site visits, surveys, commissioning activities, and technical inspections where required.
- Continuously develop technical knowledge and industry awareness through project experience and professional development activities.
Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience in electrical engineering, whether gained through industry employment, placements, internships, apprenticeships, or academic projects.
- Understanding of electrical engineering principles, including power distribution, electrical design, and/or control and instrumentation systems.
- Ability to prepare or contribute to technical drawings, schematics, calculations, and engineering documentation.
- Understanding of LV electrical systems, with knowledge of MV systems considered advantageous.
- Ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and work towards project deadlines.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential due to site travel requirements).
Engineering Assistants in Central employer: Total Recruitment Group Ltd
As a fast-growing design and engineering consultancy in the water sector, our client offers an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee development and wellbeing, they provide flexible working options and a robust professional development programme, ensuring that you can thrive while contributing to impactful projects. Join a small-sized company where your contributions are valued, and enjoy rapid career progression alongside exciting opportunities in the water industry.
Contact Details:
Total Recruitment Group Ltd Recruitment Team
