Electrical Control Systems Installation Engineer

Carrington West; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Electrical Control Systems Installation Engineer to join their team in Peterborough. The role involves installing and commissioning electrical systems while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. You will have opportunities for training, a competitive salary dependent on experience, and a company vehicle for travel. The position offers a blend of site-based and hybrid working to provide flexibility.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card

Overtime opportunities

Training and development support

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Recognised ECS Electrical Card or equivalent
• Time-served Electrician background or relevant NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds electrical qualification
• Proven experience in industrial or utility electrical installations

Responsibilities

• Install and commission new LV assemblies and control panels.
• Perform fault finding and troubleshooting on electrical installations.
• Liaise directly with clients and contractors for coordination.

Skills

Installation and commissioning of electrical systems

Fault finding and troubleshooting

Reading electrical drawings

Clear communication

Education

ECS Electrical Card

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds electrical qualification

Job description

Electrical Control Systems Installation Engineer - Water & Wastewater (Peterborough)

You will be joining a growing team where your expertise is genuinely valued, and your work has a direct impact on critical water and wastewater infrastructure. As an Electrical Control Systems Installation Engineer, you'll enjoy variety in your day, the autonomy to plan and deliver your work on site, a company vehicle, overtime opportunities and ongoing training to keep your skills sharp and your career moving forward.

Why you'll enjoy this role

• Work on essential projects that keep water and wastewater services running safely and reliably.


• Have a mix of site-based and hybrid working, giving you a balance of hands-on work and flexibility.


• Be trusted to take ownership of installations, commissioning and fault finding across multiple utility sites.


• Benefit from a competitive salary (DOE), overtime options and a company vehicle and fuel card.


• Receive structured training and development to help you progress your career in the utilities sector.

Who you'll be joining

You will be part of a specialist Testing & Inspection team working within the water and wastewater sector. Collaborating with a Framework Manager, engineers and subcontractors, you'll be joining a business that prioritises safety, quality and professionalism on every project. As an Electrical Control Systems Installation Engineer, you'll be a key technical point of contact on site, representing the company with clients and helping to deliver projects right first time.

What you'll be doing day to day

• Install and commission new LV assemblies, control panels, kiosks and associated equipment on utility sites.


• Carry out modifications and upgrades to existing control panels and electrical systems.


• Perform fault finding, testing and troubleshooting on electrical installations and automation systems.


• Make sure all installations comply with current electrical regulations and site safety requirements.


• Liaise directly with clients, site representatives and other contractors to coordinate works and resolve technical issues.


• Supervise and support team members or subcontractors when required, ensuring safe, efficient delivery.


• Complete permits, documentation and handover reports accurately and on time.


• Maintain a consistently high standard of workmanship and site conduct.

What you need to bring

• A recognised ECS Electrical Card or equivalent (e.g. JIB, CSCS with electrical qualification).


• Time-served Electrician background or relevant NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds electrical qualification.


• Proven experience in industrial or utility electrical installations, ideally within the water industry.


• Confidence in reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.


• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.


• Clear, professional communication and client-facing skills.


• A full UK driving licence.

It would also be great (but not essential) if you have

• SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme).


• Experience supervising small teams or subcontractors.


• Familiarity with Anglian Water or other UK water utility standards.


• Knowledge of PLC/HMI systems and instrumentation.

What's on offer for you

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.


• Company vehicle and fuel card for travel to sites.


• Overtime opportunities to boost your earnings.


• Training and development support to grow your skills and progress.


• Pension scheme and wider company benefits package.

Where you'll be working and how

You will be based in Peterborough and the surrounding areas, working across multiple utility sites in the region. The role offers hybrid working, with a blend of site attendance and time away from site for planning, reporting and liaison, giving you both variety and flexibility in how you work.