Electrical Design Engineer

Browne Construction; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the UK water sector is looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer. The successful candidate will design and develop electrical and control systems for water treatment projects, work with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with technical standards. A Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline is required, along with strong problem-solving skills and familiarity with PLCs and SCADA systems. This role offers 40 hours a week and opportunities to stay updated with the latest technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience in EICA design engineering (water/wastewater preferred).
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Previous control panel design experience without formal qualifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for water and wastewater projects.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet standards.
• Stay up to date with latest technologies in automation and control systems.

Skills

Strong technical skills in electrical, instrumentation, and control system design

Excellent problem-solving abilities

Effective communication skills

Highly organized with ability to manage multiple tasks

Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Eplan design software

PLCs

SCADA systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our Control Panel Design team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for water and wastewater treatment projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet technical, safety, and regulatory standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically skilled engineer who enjoys problem-solving and delivering innovative solutions. You will be involved in every stage of the design process from concept development to commissioning support while staying up to date with the latest technologies and best practices in automation and control systems.

The successful candidate will work 40 hours a week.

Profitec Solutions

Profitec Solutions is part of Browne Group, a leading contractor in the UK water and civil engineering sectors. We play a key role in delivering the smart systems that power and protect the UK's water and utilities infrastructure.

Operating from our dedicated factory in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, we design and build intelligent control and automation systems that help treatment sites operate safely, efficiently and with real-time visibility. Our in-house team delivers everything from high-quality MCC panel manufacturing to full process automation, SCADA integration and off-site electrical builds, supporting projects across the UK.

Our factory-built systems reduce time on site, improve safety and ensure consistent quality. With a strong track record across the UK and Ireland, we're trusted by major water authorities to deliver reliable, future-ready control systems.

We offer opportunities for people with a wide range of skills and backgrounds, from hands-on engineering to digital systems and project support. At Profitec, you'll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, precision and continuous improvement.

• Strong technical skills in electrical, instrumentation, and control system design.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Highly organised with ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, control systems engineering, or related discipline. Someone with previous control panel design experience without any formal qualifications will also be considered.
• Experience in EICA design engineering (water/wastewater preferred).
• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Previous experience with Eplan design software will be advantageous

If you're interested in helping us deliver cutting-edge solutions for water treatment projects, apply today and bring your expertise to Profitec.