Electrical Design Engineer - Water

Vickerstock; Belfast; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading MEP contractor in Belfast is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer specializing in water systems. The successful candidate will handle electrical system design for water and wastewater projects, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The role offers a competitive salary, major project involvement, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for progression

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in delivering electrical designs for water/wastewater projects.
• Knowledge of codes and standards for electrical safety.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for water treatment projects.
• Contribute to planning, coordination, and execution of electrical design packages.
• Support construction and detailed design phases.

Skills

Electrical Design

Electrical Systems

Knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Interpretation of P&IDs

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Amtech

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer - Water | Belfast
A leading MEP contractor is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join its expanding in-house design team in Belfast. With a strong presence in the water and wastewater sector across Ireland and the UK, the company is investing in building technical capacity to support a robust pipeline of projects for major utilities clients.

Your new role as Electrical Design Engineer - Water
You will be responsible for the design and development of electrical systems on a range of water and wastewater treatment projects, working within a multi-disciplinary design and delivery team. From early-stage concept through to detailed design and construction support, you will contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical design packages including MCCs, instrumentation, power distribution, cabling, and control systems.

What you will need to succeed as an Electrical Design Engineer - Water
To be considered for this role, you should have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience delivering electrical designs for water/wastewater (or similar) projects
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards including IET wiring regulations and electrical safety in hazardous areas
• Proficiency in design and modelling software such as AutoCAD, Amtech, or similar
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, cable schedules, and single-line diagrams

What's in it for you?
If successful, you will benefit from:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Involvement in major water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for progression
• Flexible working options
• Ongoing professional development and chartership support

For a confidential discussion on this or similar roles in water infrastructure and electrical design, contact our specialist recruitment team today.