Electrical Engineer

slihrms; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Mentoring and professional development

Diverse project portfolio

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Glasgow is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the D&AT Practice. You will contribute to the design and delivery of electrical systems across water, energy, environment, nuclear, and maritime sectors, within a hybrid 3-day office-based role.

You will mentor graduates and work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality outcomes. The ideal candidate will have an Electrical Engineering degree, be working towards chartership, and possess strong communication and

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Working towards Chartership or Incorporated Engineer.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative approach within multidisciplinary teams.
• Motivated, proactive and eager to develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and delivery of innovative engineering solutions across sectors.
• Prepare engineering calculations, reports, specifications and design documentation.
• Support design and development of electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Provide guidance to graduates and apprentices for development.
• Attend client meetings, design reviews, and project workshops.
• Gain project experience through site surveys, inspections, and construction-stage support.
• Benefit from mentoring and structured learning opportunities with career progression guidance.
• Contribute to Technical Networks and knowledge-sharing across the national team.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent

Working towards Chartership / Incorporated Engineer

Job description

Overview

Shape the Future of our cities and environments. Are you ready to take up a vital role in some of the UK's most exciting and innovative projects? Join AtkinsRéalis and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments. The Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice of AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Electrical Engineering team in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who is looking to expand their technical expertise, work on a diverse range of projects, and develop their career within a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the design and delivery of projects across multiple sectors, including water and wastewater, energy, environment, nuclear, maritime infrastructure, and more. As part of a growing and collaborative team, you will work alongside experienced engineers and specialists across disciplines and locations to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions for our clients. We value different perspectives and encourage the sharing of ideas, continuous learning, and professional growth. We offer hybrid working which involves 3 days per week being office/site based. This position is based in our Glasgow office.

Your role

The role will offer challenging and rewarding opportunities to apply knowledge, experience, and problem-solving skills in meaningful and technically challenging projects whilst developing a well-rounded engineering experience for your career development. As an Electrical Engineer in the D&AT practice, the successful candidate would have the following responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and delivery of innovative engineering solutions across multiple sectors as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Develop technical expertise through the preparation of engineering calculations, reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Support the design and development of electrical systems and infrastructure, taking on increasing responsibility as your skills and experience grow.
• Provide technical and project guidance to graduates and apprentices, supporting their development and contributing to successful project delivery.
• Attendance and participation in client meetings, design reviews, and project workshops.
• Gain valuable project experience through site surveys, inspections, assessments, and construction-stage support activities, helping to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Accelerate your professional development through mentoring, structured learning opportunities, professional registration support, and guidance from experienced engineers and technical specialists, with clear pathways for career progression.
• Actively contribute to our Technical Networks and knowledge-sharing communities, helping to build capability, share best practice, and support colleagues across the wider national team.

About you

The ideal candidate would be a well-rounded and versatile individual who exemplifies the following key skills and attributes:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Working towards Chartership or Incorporated Engineer or newly Chartered or Incorporated Engineer.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical information to colleagues, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute positively to an inclusive and supportive working environment.
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to develop professionally, with a willingness to take ownership of tasks.
• Experience within an engineering consultancy, contractor, client, or owner-operator organisation is essential. We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds, particularly those with experience in water, utilities, manufacturing, maritime, energy or defence sectors.
• Open to occasional travel for site visits, surveys, client meetings, and project workshops, providing opportunities to broaden experience and develop professional relationships.

Why Join Us?

• Join a young, collaborative, and supportive team.
• Flexible working arrangements to support individual circumstances.
• Experience a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors.
• Develop into a well-rounded engineer with exposure to a broad range of technical challenges.
• Work on interesting and complex projects that provide genuine learning and development opportunities.
• Access mentoring and support from experienced engineers to help progress your career.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skil