Electrical Design Engineer- Water & Energy

Arup; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup seeks talented Electrical Engineers to join our expanding Water and Energy teams, with opportunities across Manchester and other UK locations.

You will contribute to electrical design, instrumentation and control systems, and work closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable, low-carbon solutions across water treatment, distribution, and renewable energy projects.

Qualifications

• Strong background in electrical design for Water and/or Energy sectors.
• Ability to produce and interpret detailed design documentation and drawings.
• Experience with design tools (e.g., Trimble) and other industry-standard systems.
• Exposure to instrumentation and control systems beneficial.
• For senior candidates: experience managing multidisciplinary projects and knowledge of CDM regulations.
• For mid-level candidates: enthusiasm to learn and develop technical and leadership skills.
• Degree in relevant engineering discipline; professional registration (IEng/CEng) desirable or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients and multidisciplinary teams to develop electrical design solutions.
• Contribute to project delivery across Water and Energy sectors.
• Support preparation of design documentation and drawings and ensure compliance with CDM regulations.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

CDM regulations knowledge

Documentation & drawings

Instrumentation & controls knowledge

Education

Engineering degree

IEng/CEng registration desire

Tools

Trimble

Job description

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world

Our Electrical Engineers apply their specialist skills to infrastructure projects across the globe. We offer our clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in, but not limited to, the following industries: Water - water and wastewater treatment, pumping stations, reservoirs, water distribution; Energy - hydro, CHP, waste-to-energy, solar PV, hydrogen. wind, gas; Power – HV/LV Transmission and Distribution; Industrial Clients – steam generation, chemical handling; Process - food and beverage processing

Our clients include water companies, energy generators, energy infrastructure owners, rail infrastructure owners, Government agencies and councils, process industries and renewable energy investors.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for talented Electrical Engineers across locations such as Manchester, Whitehaven, Leeds, Glasgow and Whitehaven with strong experience across both the Water and Energy sectors to join our growing team. Whether you’re an experienced leader ready to take on strategic responsibilities or a mid-level professional eager to develop, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to winning and delivering projects across the UK in Water and Energy.

You’ll collaborate closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, sustainable solutions, while supporting project delivery to meet quality, timeline, and budget expectations. The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects, including water treatment, water distribution, wastewater systems, as well as renewable energy (wind, solar, hydro, and energy storage) and industrial infrastructure. You will apply and grow your knowledge of electrical and control systems design, CDM regulations, and relevant industry tools.

Throughout, you’ll play a part in advancing Arup’s mission to create a low-carbon, equitable future aligned with our values and the UN Sustainable Development

What we’re looking for:

• Strong background in electrical design, with applied experience in the Water and/or Energy sectors
• Ability to produce and interpret detailed design documentation and drawings
• Experience with relevant design tools and software (e.g. Trimble and other industry-standard systems)
• Exposure to instrumentation and control systems would be beneficial
• For senior candidates: experience managing multidisciplinary projects and strong knowledge of CDM regulations
• For mid-level candidates: enthusiasm to learn and develop technical and leadership skills
• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline; professional registration (IEng/CEng) or working towards it is desirable

Successful candidate will need an eligible UK Driving license along with holding or being eligible to gain security clearance is advantageous.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

• Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover.
• In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact [e-mail] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.