Electrical Design Engineer

United Living Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water industry is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and develop systems for wastewater treatment plants. This role involves creating electrical designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with various teams. Join the Design Hub to make a significant impact in water management and help shape a world-class design team.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical delivery of process plant systems.
• Knowledge of BS7671 (18th Edition) and electrical regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for wastewater treatment.
• Conduct electrical load calculations and select components.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for project execution.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Computer Literacy

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

CAD

Trimble/Amtek Software

Job description

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing electrical systems and equipment for wastewater treatment plants and associated infrastructure. Your key responsibilities will include creating electrical designs, specifications, and layouts to meet project requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers, project managers, and subcontractors, to ensure seamless project execution. Additionally, you will conduct electrical load calculations, select appropriate components, and ensure all designs are cost-effective, efficient, and environmentally compliant. Ability to work with and within electrical installations and automation control systems. Regular site visits will be required to assess installation progress, troubleshoot issues, and ensure the successful implementation of electrical systems. Your expertise will help drive the safe, reliable, and sustainable operation of wastewater facilities.

Joining the newly established Design Hub will give you the chance to contribute significantly to shaping a world-class design team, particularly in the water industry. This is a pivotal role, and your contributions could leave a lasting impact on AFECO and the industry at large, especially in a sector as vital and evolving as water management. If you're excited by the prospect of building something from the ground up and shaping the future of water design, this opportunity seems like a perfect fit!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering / related field or equivalent preferable
• Ideal would be a Chartered Engineer status and membership of a professional institution such as IET, InstMC, or CIWEM
• Water industry experience preferred and understanding of control systems
• Significant experience in the technical delivery of process plant systems on complex water industry engineering projects
• Excellent project management / organisational skills with the ability to multitask
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer literacy
• CAD expertise and experience preferable
• Field / practical experience
• Excellent CDM and health and safety knowledge and application
• Positive “can do” attitude with flexible approach to work
• Excellent personal presentation
• Driving licence preferable (full, clean)
• CSCS card preferable
• Knowledge driven from hands-on field experience
• Training will be provided in this role
• Ideal qualified electrician/Panel Building experience
• Understanding of cable calculations, awareness of Trimble/Amtek Software
• Working knowledge of BS7671 (18th Edition)
• Understanding of electrical regulations