Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer

Bilfinger; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Private GP access

Company car benefit

Job summary

Veolia Water Technologies UK in Birmingham offers a hybrid role for a Process Engineer focused on EICA across water treatment projects. You will handle electrical, instrumentation, control and automation aspects from procurement through commissioning, with duties spanning bid evaluations, FATs, site visits, and client interactions.

The position requires a degree in electrical engineering, UK water industry experience, and knowledge of BS7671.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or technical field with relevant experience.
• Experience in UK water industry preferred.
• Knowledge of BS7671 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EICA design aspects for installation and commissioning.
• Procure MCC, cabling, and electrical equipment; review specs.
• Develop software URS based on process design; ensure QA compliance.
• Conduct FATs and inspections of electrical equipment; site visits.
• Support tendering and report on EICA progress and budget.

Skills

Strong communication

Health & safety awareness

Organisational skills

Flexible working

PLC programming knowledge

Bus communications (Profibus, Ethernet

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree

Tools

Cable sizing software

Job description

• Full-time
• Contract type: Standard

Company Description

Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Birmingham based with Hybrid working

Benefits Package:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and your birthday off!)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Access to a Private GP and much more!

Ready to make a real difference – not just in your career, but for the planet?

As water technologies experts, we don't just offer jobs – we build careers with purpose. We're on a mission of Ecological Transformation, and we're looking for a process engineer to help us lead the charge.

About the Role

You will be responsible for all EICA (Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation) aspects on water treatment projects. This includes low voltage switchgear & motor control centres, electrical installation, software control systems, operator interfaces and process instrumentation. Projects are typically within municipal and industrial water industry in the UK.

What will I be doing?

• Technical aspects for procurement of MCC, cabling, systems integration, process instrumentation, and electrical equipment
• Produce load & instrument schedules, equipment specifications
• Develop software user requirements specifications (URS) following process design consultation
• Review sub-contractor drawings and specifications against client & VWT specifications
• Conduct detailed technical bid evaluations of quotations
• Conduct FATs for switchboard, MCC and PLC/HMI software
• Conduct inspections & tests for electrical equipment
• Responsible for EICA design aspects of installation & commissioning
• Visit sites for client meetings and occasional installation supervision
• Provide assistance to tendering department in all EICA aspects
• Report internally on EICA aspects against budget and programme
• Ensure all activities are carried out safely and in line with QA procedures

Qualifications

What you will bring to the role:

• Degree in technical/engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering preferred) or extensive practical experience
• Experience of similar role in UK water industry
• Application of BS7671 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations
• Strong communication skills for interfacing with colleagues, suppliers, project managers, and customers
• Flexible working approach to deal with potential problems
• Organisational skills for prioritising tasks
• Health & safety awareness
• Knowledge of cable sizing software
• Knowledge of PLC programming software
• Experience of bus communications (e.g., Profibus, Ethernet TCP/IP)
• Experience of high voltage distribution
• Full driving licence

Additional Information

At Veolia, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being, work-life balance, and long-term security. You’ll enjoy 25 days of annual leave to recharge, plus birthday leave to celebrate your special day. Our company car benefit provides you with the flexibility to travel in comfort, while our enhanced pension scheme ensures a strong foundation for your future.

We are partnered with a great benefits provider to offer you exclusive discounts and recognition programs. Maintain your eye health and stay protected with our eye care and flu vouchers. Take advantage of our well being services, including 24/7 access to virtual GP consultations, and refer a friend to be in with a chance of being rewarded for helping us grow our teams with talented individuals.

That's not all… you also have the option to enrol in a range of flexible benefits, including Private Medical Insurance, Buy / Sell Annual Leave, Group Income Protection, Dental and Travel Insurance. You can also opt for Group Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover for both you and your partner, for added peace of mind. And lastly you can take advantage of Personal Computer, Car Leasing and Cycle to Work Schemes to further enhance your lifestyle.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.