Project Engineer

UNITED UTILITIES GROUP PLC; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled OT Engineering Support professional to join their Project Delivery Team. In this pivotal role, you'll act as a Subject Matter Expert, ensuring compliance and reliability across various technical fields. Your contributions will drive project success by delivering high-quality services and maintaining stakeholder relationships. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this forward-thinking company offers a supportive environment where you can thrive. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the water sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Competitive pension scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym discounts

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Qualified to HNC/HND level in Instrumentation, Control, and Automation or relevant experience.
• Formal electrical or instrumentation apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver efficient project services adhering to quality, safety, and performance standards.
• Conduct site surveys and create scope documents for project delivery.
• Manage risks and escalate issues appropriately.

Skills

Fieldbus

IP networks

PLC

SCADA

HMI

telemetry devices

WAN communications

Information Security practices

analytical skills

communication skills

Education

HNC/HND level in Instrumentation, Control, and Automation

Formal electrical or instrumentation apprenticeship

Job description

Job Details

Salary: Competitive Salary

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Location: Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP

Role Type: Permanent

Employment Type: Full Time

Working Hours: 37.0 Hours per Week

About United Utilities

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, fostering a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values, and business model to fulfill our mission. By setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers, and communities. Whether working with a team sharing your vision or joining a network of peers with similar interests, you'll find a welcoming and supportive organization.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, increasing to 30 days after four years of service, plus 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% total, and life cover
• Performance-related bonus scheme up to 10.5%, recognition awards, and more
• Comprehensive healthcare plan, gym discounts, mental health support, and other benefits

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be a key part of the Project Delivery Team, providing OT Engineering Support and acting as a Subject Matter Expert across several technical OT fields. Responsibilities include managing stakeholders, ensuring solutions are compliant, supportable, reliable, and risk-mitigated.

Responsibilities

• Deliver efficient project services adhering to quality, safety, and performance standards
• Maintain and develop expertise in Technology Services Engineering, embracing new technologies
• Conduct site surveys and create scope documents for project delivery
• Analyze faults, specify project requirements, and optimize asset availability
• Contribute to contract documentation and act as a technical audit point
• Ensure deliverables meet standards and support project goals
• Provide accurate project data for asset performance analysis
• Manage risks and escalate issues appropriately
• Represent the project internally and externally as needed
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies
• Act as Principal Designer under CDM if required

Technical Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of Fieldbus, IP networks, PLC, SCADA, HMI, telemetry devices, and WAN communications
• Understanding of Information Security practices
• Interdisciplinary interface knowledge (Electrical, Civil, Hydraulic, Mechanical, Modelling, and Process)
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Experience with telemetry infrastructure and systems
• Asset registration process familiarity
• Hardware architecture design and connectivity expertise
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Formal electrical or instrumentation apprenticeship and qualified to HNC/HND level in Instrumentation, Control, and Automation or relevant experience