EICA Design Engineer

Enisca Browne; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Enisca Browne, part of Browne Group, is seeking an EICA Design Engineer to design and develop Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation systems for water treatment projects. You will work with civil, mechanical and process engineers from concept through commissioning to ensure robust integration and project success.

On-site work 3 days a week is required to support field deployment and commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in EICA design engineering, ideally within water or wastewater sectors.
• Understanding of control system architectures, PLCs, SCADA systems, and instrumentation used in water treatment.
• Experience developing electrical and control designs such as SLDs, control strategies, and I/O schedules.
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards and control system design.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication within multidisciplinary teams.
• Highly organised and capable of managing multiple tasks in fast-paced projects.
• Experience with electrical design tools, PLC/SCADA programming and instrumentation.
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes and their EICA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop EICA systems for water treatment projects from concept to commissioning.
• Collaborate with civil, mechanical and process engineers to ensure seamless integration of EICA components.
• Support project delivery teams to ensure safe, efficient implementation and timely handover.

Skills

EICA design engineering

Control system architectures

PLCs

SCADA

SLDs

I/O schedules

Electrical safety standards

Communication within multidisciplinary

Project delivery support

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Control Systems Engineering

Tools

Electrical design tools

PLC/SCADA programming

Instrumentation tooling

Job description

Are you ready to help shape the future of water and wastewater treatment?

We’re looking for an EICA Design Engineer to play a key role within our Design Team, contributing to projects that protect communities and the environment. In this exciting role, you’ll design and develop Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation systems that underpin critical treatment processes.

You’ll work closely with civil, mechanical, and process engineering colleagues to ensure seamless integration of all EICA components, from concept design through to commissioning and project handover. Your expertise will support project delivery teams, guiding safe and efficient implementation while staying at the forefront of emerging technologies and best practice in automation and water treatment systems.

Please note that this role will require you to be on site or in the office at least 3 times a week.

About Enisca Browne

Enisca Browne is part of Browne Group, a leading contractor in the UK water and civil engineering sectors. Together we deliver essential infrastructure that supports clean water, safe drainage and reliable services for communities.

Enisca Browne focuses on the systems that keep water and wastewater treatment sites running at their best. We work on power, process equipment, control systems and the civil structures that support them.

As the Group’s mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation specialist, we manage everything from control panel manufacturing to full system integration and commissioning. Our teams bring deep technical knowledge and a collaborative approach to solving real-world challenges.

We offer opportunities for people with a range of skills and backgrounds, from hands‑on engineering to project support and technical delivery. Everyone plays a part in helping us deliver safe, smart and sustainable solutions.

What We’re Looking For

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• 3–5 years’ experience in EICA design engineering, ideally within the water or wastewater sector
• Understanding of control system architectures, PLCs, SCADA systems, and instrumentation used in water treatment
• Experience developing electrical and control designs such as SLDs, control strategies, and I/O schedules
• Familiarity with industry standards relating to electrical safety and control system design
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks in fast‑paced project environments
• Experience with electrical design tools, PLC/SCADA programming, and instrumentation
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes and their EICA requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline

If you're driven by meaningful engineering work, passionate about technical excellence, and ready to help deliver vital water infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you.

Come join a team where your expertise can truly make a difference.