Electrical Design Engineer

Talent Link; Alton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Alton, UK. The role involves supervising electrical installations, preparing design documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Engineering or Science, with a minimum of three years' experience in the utilities sector, particularly in the water industry. A full UK driving license is required, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in the utilities or M&E engineering sector.
• Proven experience in industrial electrical design and installation.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical installations by teams and suppliers.
• Review and prepare electrical design documentation.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests and commissioning activities.

Skills

Electrical design

Instrumentation and control systems

Communication skills

Motor Control Centre (MCC) design

Knowledge of UK water industry standards

Education

Degree, HND, HNC in Engineering or Science

Job description

Our client, a leading contractor of water and wastewater treatment solutions - is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join their team in Hampshire.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation installations by internal teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Review and prepare electrical design drawings, calculations, and documentation for Motor Control Centres, cable networks, and containment systems.
• Develop Functional Design Specifications (FDS), Control Philosophies, and tender enquiry packages.
• Assess DNO supply characteristics, earthing design, and lightning protection requirements.
• Review and approve supplier and subcontractor designs to ensure compliance with technical and client standards.
• Ensure all works meet relevant Health & Safety, statutory, and technical standards.
• Attend and support Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and commissioning activities.
• Conduct inspections and manage electrical certification processes.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, colleagues, suppliers, and contractors.
• Promote continuous improvement and support office operations as required.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Degree, HND, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of three years' post-graduate experience in a similar role within the utilities or M&E engineering sector.
• Proven experience in industrial or commercial electrical and ICA design, installation, testing, and commissioning, ideally within the water industry.
• Strong background in Motor Control Centre (MCC) and electrical panel design, including calculations and preparation of design documentation.
• Knowledge of Low Voltage (LV) and Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems, including signal conditioning, conversion, digital I/O, relay logic, and instrumentation.
• NIC-EIC Competent Person experience is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and team members.
• Familiarity with UK water industry standards and practices is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel regionally and nationally, including occasional overnight stays and visits to company headquarters in Ireland.
• Full UK driving licence (any endorsements must be declared).