Electrical Engineers (Senior, Principal & Associate Director grades)

Jacobs; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water industry is looking for experienced Electrical Engineers to join their dynamic team across various UK locations. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and a focus on work-life balance through flexible working arrangements. Candidates should have a Master's in Electrical Engineering and Chartered Status, along with experience in water-related projects. The company values diversity and offers a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Free Medical Cover

Digital GP Services

Parental Leave Enhancements

Professional Development Support

Community Engagement

Qualifications

• Experience in water/wastewater networks and treatment works.
• Enthusiasm for problem-solving in a multinational company.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tasks, designs, and solutions in multidisciplinary environments.
• Support existing frameworks with UK Water Companies.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Coordination

Client Relationship Management

Education

Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Status (CEng)

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs has secured multiple multi-year frameworks and projects with leading clients in the UK, Ireland, and globally. Our Water and Environment team seeks skilled, motivated professionals eager to grow their careers through exciting opportunities in the water industry and beyond.

Successful candidates will join nearly 600 water professionals working on high-profile projects, delivering tasks, designs, and solutions in multidisciplinary, multi-company environments across various project stages, within agreed timeframes and budgets.

We are hiring experienced Electrical Engineers across various grades for our offices in Belfast, Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, and Warrington to support our existing frameworks with UK Water Companies.

We prioritize work-life balance and flexibility, offering hybrid, part-time, and flexible working arrangements to suit individual and business needs.

We value collaboration and believe in the importance of in-person interactions for our culture and client delivery. Our hybrid work policy allows employees to split their week between office/project sites and remote work to perform at their best.

Here's what you'll need

• Masters Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or similar
• Chartered Status (CEng) with a recognized Professional Institution
• Experience in areas such as:
• Water and/or wastewater networks
• Water and/or wastewater treatment works
• Hydraulics
• Mass water conveyance
• Control philosophy
• Enthusiasm for problem-solving and working within a large multinational company
• Experience in multidisciplinary team coordination and supporting junior staff
• Interest in line management
• Proactive attitude to strengthening client relationships and contributing to business growth

Our People

We offer a competitive package, including benefits like free medical cover, digital GP services, parental leave enhancements, professional development support, and community engagement through our Collectively program.

Our Culture

Our core values are safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We foster a caring culture that supports mental health, belonging, and inclusion through various employee networks and initiatives. We partner with VERCIDA to promote diversity and are a Disability Confident employer, welcoming applications from diverse backgrounds and flexible working requests.

If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us. We value feedback and aim to improve every interaction.