Electrical Engineer

Apex Engineering Solutions; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A bespoke engineering company is seeking a skilled Service Engineer to join their team based in Leeds. The role involves electrical installation and commissioning on wastewater treatment plants across the UK. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in the water industry. The position offers a competitive benefits package including travel provisions, overtime, and annual leave.

Benefits

Van & Fuel Card

Private van use

Overtime

Pension

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Training & development

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in the water industry.
• Qualified to 18th Edition standard or relevant electrical qualifications.
• Hold an ECS Gold Card.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation work to BS7671 or equivalent.
• Install and repair low voltage electrical control systems.
• Commission and install various instrumentation and control systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of instruments.
• Report to Project Manager for individual projects.

Skills

Water industry experience

18th Edition Qualified

ECS Gold Card

Technical issue diagnosis

Independent working

Interpersonal communication

Health and Safety understanding

PC Literacy

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

UK Residency Required: Yes

Benefits: + Door to Door + OT + Pension etc

Apply by: 30/11/2025

Min Experience: years

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a skilled Service Engineer on behalf of a bespoke electrical and mechanical engineering company who manage the complete mechanical engineering process including design, manufacture and commissioning. They mainly work within Water Utilities.

Operating over 35 years, they are a family owned organisation who have gained a reputable name within the industry for their high-quality work and excellent customer service.

They have a client base which boasts some of the biggest names in the engineering sector. Mainly working within the Waste Water and Clean Water industries they provide a range of services including surveying through to design, fabrication, installation and implementation.

The Service Engineer will hold a technical role within the company and should set examples of excellent conduct and professionalism. The position is primarily a service and support role of the Company’s product range which is installed on wastewater treatment plants through the UK. Installation and commissioning works will also be a requirement for the Company’s product range as well as telemetry systems, instrumentation, and control panels.

This is a permanent position based from Leeds, Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4pm. Perks include Van & Fuel Card, private use of van, door to door travel, overtime, pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, training & development etc.

This role is mainly site based and involves daily travelling and some overnights. Travelling and overnight stays are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation work to BS7671 or its equivalent.
• Carry out installation, service and repair to a variety of low voltage electrical control systems.
• Carry out installation and commissioning of a variety of instrumentation & control systems, controllers including flow, solids, pH, pressure, levels & actuated knife gate valves.
• Carry out installation and commissioning of a variety of instrumentation & control systems sensors.
• Be capable of carrying out mechanical assembly/modification of pipework assemblies where minor blockages have occurred, modifications are required or replacement of leaking pipe sections.
• Routine maintenance calls with probe cleaning.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and calibration of instruments on companies product range.
• For individual projects, they will report to the assigned Project Manager, however, dependent on experience they could be expected to accept ownership of certain lower valued contracts.
• Can be suitably trained to undertake calibration / verification of solids metering and Instrumentation.

Skills & Attributes

• Water industry experience (preferred)
• 18th Edition Qualified or other relevant electrical qualification.
• ECS Gold Card.
• Ability to fault find, diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• An excellent understanding of Health and Safety.
• PC Literate.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

APEX Resourcing Solutions Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.