Electrical Project Engineer (Southeast)

FYBA Talent; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to support clean water and wastewater projects across the Southeast UK. The successful candidate will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, manage project delivery, and adhere to health & safety regulations. Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience in electrical engineering and ideally a degree in the field. Familiarity with 3D design tools and UK water industry standards is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in a similar electrical engineering role.
• Demonstrated experience managing large value projects from conception to handover.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Knowledge of water and sewerage hygiene is desired.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
• Conduct site visits to assess project requirements.
• Prepare and review technical documentation and specifications.
• Provide technical support during project execution.

Skills

2-5 years' experience in a similar electrical engineering role

Strong communication and organisational skills

Familiarity with 3D design tools (AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit)

Knowledge of UK water industry standards

Education

Relevant Electrical Engineering qualification, ideally to Degree level

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Revit

Job description

Job Description: Electrical Project Engineer

Location: Southeast UK
Permanent/Contract

Overview

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Project Engineer to join their project delivery team supporting clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

This role is essential to the successful design, coordination, and delivery of electrical engineering solutions that meet client operational and technical requirements, particularly for Thames Water and Southern Water projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (civil, electrical, and mechanical) to deliver integrated, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Conduct site visits to liaise with clients, assess project requirements, and perform detailed site surveys.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, specifications, and drawings in line with client and company standards.
• Attend regular client and internal meetings (e.g., design reviews, progress updates, hazard reviews).
• Provide technical support during the construction and commissioning phases.
• Support the Project Manager with coordination of design and procurement activities.
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure quality, compliance, and timely project delivery.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant standards, regulations, and company Health & Safety policies.
• Maintain effective communication between internal teams, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure that projects are executed in accordance with company procedures, policies, and quality standards.

Electrical-Specific Responsibilities

• Evaluate client electrical design drawings, schedules, and documents for pricing and feasibility.
• Develop electrical design drawings, calculations, and documentation for: Motor Control Centres (MCCs), Cable networks, Containment systems.
• Produce Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and Control Philosophy documents.
• Assess client DNO supply characteristics, site earthing layouts, and lightning protection requirements.
• Prepare electrical designs, specifications, and enquiry documents for inclusion in subcontractor tender packages.
• Review and approve supplier and subcontractor electrical design drawings for compliance.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and integrated FATs (iFATs).
• Generate and maintain electrical design standards for water and process-based plants, equipment, and ancillaries.
• Deliver electrical design packages ready for construction and provide technical support during project execution.

Ideal Skills & Qualifications

• 2‑5 years' experience in a similar electrical engineering role.
• Demonstrated experience managing large value projects from conception to handover.
• Relevant Electrical Engineering qualification, ideally to Degree level.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Familiarity with onsite health and safety regulations.
• Water Hygiene training or understanding of water and sewerage hygiene (desired).
• Background in engineering related to water utilities, process control, flow control, instrumentation, LV MCCs & PLCs.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit).
• Knowledge of UK water industry standards and practices (e.g., WIMES).