Electrical Engineer - Water Industry

The Guardian; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure consulting seeks an Electrical Engineer to join their Water Solutions team in the UK. This role involves designing and delivering ambitious water infrastructure projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to the UK's water resilience and sustainability efforts. Ideal candidates will hold a BEng or MEng in engineering and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible hybrid working

Technical networks

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in water/wastewater engineering design preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and produce quality deliverables.
• Working towards Chartership with a relevant professional body.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical and ICA components for water infrastructure.
• Produce calculations, drawings, and reports adhering to standards.
• Conduct non-intrusive surveys and data collection.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Accountability

Education

BEng or MEng in engineering

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 professionals including planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, and project managers, delivering impactful projects globally.

We're one global team driven by our purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to shape the future of water infrastructure?

We’re seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our expanding Water Solutions team. You will help deliver some of the UK's most ambitious water infrastructure projects across various locations, supporting multi-billion-pound capital frameworks and contributing to major water and wastewater initiatives during AMP8 and AMP9.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of projects ranging from rural upgrades to complex schemes, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including Tier 1 contractors and water utility clients. This is a long-term opportunity to grow your career and impact the UK’s water resilience and sustainability.

Key Programmes You'll Support include:

South West Water & Wessex Water (£8bn AMP8 & AMP9):

• South West Water – Framework for Engineering Consultancy Services Lot 3
• Wessex Water – Capital Delivery Partner Framework Lot 2

Severn Trent Water (£14.9bn AMP8):

• Major Projects Framework – Large-scale water and wastewater projects
• Supporting Tier 1 contractors on wastewater schemes

Southern Water (£3.7bn):

• Strategic Delivery Partner Frameworks including non-infrastructure water and wastewater projects

You will visit client sites, collaborate across frameworks, and manage projects from inception to delivery, creating innovative solutions that benefit communities and the environment.

Here's what you'll do:

• Electrical and ICA Design: Design electrical and ICA components for water infrastructure, from conception to handover.
• High-Quality Deliverables: Produce calculations, drawings, and reports adhering to standards.
• Site Surveys: Conduct non-intrusive surveys and data collection.
• Project Management: Assist in preparing budgets and schedules.

If you’re passionate about innovation and making a difference, join us. Follow our Water page on LinkedIn to stay updated on our impactful projects.

Come grow with us.

Join our UK & Ireland Water business, home to around 700 experts, including 170 specialists in England & Wales. Collaborate with civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers on diverse projects from concept to completion, in an inclusive environment where your contributions matter.

Enjoy the Perks

At AECOM, benefit from career development, flexible hybrid working, technical networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days tailored to your lifestyle.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits?

We’re looking for candidates with:

• Experience in water/wastewater engineering design is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work independently, produce quality deliverables, and confidently present to clients.
• Strong problem-solving, accountability, and communication skills.
• BEng or MEng in engineering.
• Working towards Chartership with a relevant professional body.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable accommodations, please contact us. We value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some requirements or have transferable skills, we look forward to hearing from you!

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