Electrical Project Engineer - MEICA & Commissioning Lead

VolkerWessels UK; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Birthday leave

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Training & development

Enhanced maternity benefits

Employee Assistance

Flexible working opportunities

24/7 Virtual GP

Job summary

VolkerStevin, part of VolkerWessels UK, seeks an Electrical Project Engineer to deliver electrical packages for major Anglian Water projects. You will manage MEICA procurement, oversee installation and commissioning, and ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards.

The role requires strong technical expertise in electrical works within infrastructure sectors, leadership in subcontract management, and a commitment to safety and quality across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering electrical works in infrastructure, utilities or water sectors.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and subcontract management.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation, testing and commissioning.
• CSCS card holder; SMSTS desirable.
• Knowledge of ATEX, DSEAR and instrumentation systems (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of electrical and MEICA packages from procurement through to installation, commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical and civil activities to ensure project success.
• Lead procurement and management of electrical subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review electrical designs, URS/FDS, and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Drive value engineering, cost control and standardisation of electrical solutions.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, defect management and repairs throughout the lifecycle.
• Support planning, programme management and progress reporting.
• Conduct and witness FATs, SATs and commissioning activities where required.
• Review RAMS and ITPs, ensuring safety standards are met.

Skills

Electrical package management

Site supervision

NEC contracts knowledge

WIMES & water specs

Electrical installation & testing

Communication & planning

ATEX/DSEAR knowledge

Instrumentation systems knowledge

Education

BEng/HNC/HND or equivalent

Job description

VolkerStevin, part of VolkerWessels UK, seeks an Electrical Project Engineer to deliver electrical packages for major Anglian Water projects. You will manage MEICA procurement, oversee installation and commissioning, and ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards.

The role requires strong technical expertise in electrical works within infrastructure sectors, leadership in subcontract management, and a commitment to safety and quality across the project lifecycle.