EICA Engineer

Finlay Jude Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Car allowance

25 days holiday + BH

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Finlay Jude Recruitment Ltd, recruiting on behalf of a leading water infrastructure contractor, seeks an EICA Engineer for delivery of control and automation designs across water and wastewater projects. Hybrid role based in Bristol or Exeter with regular regional site visits.

You will collaborate with Civil, Mechanical and Process teams to ensure safe, compliant and cost-effective solutions. Applicants should hold a degree in Electrical/Control/Instrumentation/Automation Engineering, with HNDs

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Control, Instrumentation or Automation Engineering or related field.
• HND considered for suitable candidates.
• Full membership of a relevant professional institution.

Responsibilities

• Deliver EICA design solutions for water and wastewater projects meeting specs and standards.
• Develop cost-effective designs for safe construction and lifecycle value.
• Coordinate EICA with Civil, Mechanical, Process and PM teams.
• Prepare designs, specs, control philosophies and drawings.
• Support tender activity with technical input, cost estimates and advice.
• Promote standardisation and continuous improvement in delivery.
• Maintain project procedures and best practice documents.
• Ensure document control and accurate records throughout contracts.
• Champion health, safety and environmental best practices and CDM rules.
• Build strong client relationships and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Encourage ongoing professional development and technical progression.
• Drive sustainable engineering solutions and minimize waste.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control/Instrumentation/Automation Engineering

HND Engineering

Master's degree (desirable)

Tools

Digital engineering tools

Automation technologies

Modern control systems

Job description

FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading water infrastructure contractor for an ambitious EICA Engineer to join their growing engineering team based in Bristol or Exeter, with hybrid working available and regular site visits expected across the region. This is an excellent opportunity for an EICA professional to contribute to the design and delivery of major water and wastewater projects, supporting the development of innovative engineering solutions while working alongside multidisciplinary teams on critical infrastructure programmes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working and car allowance (role dependent)
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Company pension scheme, life assurance and health insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounts & Savings Hub, Kids Pass and a range of additional employee benefits

EICA Engineer Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality EICA design solutions for water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring compliance with client specifications, industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Produce cost-effective engineering designs that support safe construction, efficient commissioning and whole-life project value.
• Coordinate EICA engineering activities with multidisciplinary teams, including Civil, Mechanical, Process and Project Management functions.
• Prepare design calculations, technical specifications, control philosophies and engineering drawings.
• Support the Proposals team by providing technical input, design advice, cost estimates and feedback during tender and bid activities.
• Promote standardisation and continuous improvement to maintain project competitiveness and delivery efficiency.
• Monitor and contribute to the development of engineering procedures, processes and best practice standards.
• Ensure effective document control and maintain accurate project records throughout the lifecycle of each contract.
• Champion health, safety and environmental best practice, ensuring all designs comply with relevant legislation and CDM requirements.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute towards achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Support personal and professional development through continuous learning and technical progression.
• Drive sustainable engineering solutions and minimise waste across engineering and project delivery activities.

EICA Engineer Requirements

• Degree qualified in Electrical, Control, Instrumentation, Automation Engineering or a related discipline.
• Candidates with a relevant Engineering HND will also be considered.
• Full membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Strong understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes and infrastructure.
• Ability to rationalise designs and develop cost-effective engineering solutions and plant layouts.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manage technical information.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present technical proposals to clients and stakeholders.
• Good IT and computer literacy skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to project sites across the region.

Desirable Experience

• Working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Relevant Engineering Master’s Degree.
• Experience working within the water and wastewater sector.
• Knowledge of digital engineering tools, automation technologies and modern control systems.
• Experience working on design and build projects.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not always able to respond to every applicant.

If you have not heard back from us within 14 days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed solely on their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the role.