Engineer (electrical)

United Utilities; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide critical support in delivering innovative engineering solutions. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the successful execution of projects while adhering to safety standards and company protocols. You will be part of a dynamic environment, contributing to the enhancement of water treatment facilities. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation. Join a team that is committed to making a positive impact in the community and environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Competitive pension scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym and wellness benefits

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-disciplinary teams and delivering capital projects.
• Knowledge of industry techniques for electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering advice and support across UU.
• Ensure project delivery within budget and adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Instrument, Control & Automation (ICA)

HV & LV power distribution

Data gathering and analysis

Health and Safety Legislation

Education

Electrically qualified engineer

Postgraduate or equivalent experience

Job description

Job number UU00863 Country United Kingdom Region Cheshire West and Chester Location name Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP Posting End Date 08/05/2025 Band 4b Role Type Permanent Work hours 37 Hours per Week Salary Competitive

About us

Salary - Competitive
Work Type - Hybrid
Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

To provide Electrical Engineering support including design and technical engineering advice to all areas of UU.

You will operate within delivery teams and work closely and maintain strong relationships with other disciplines and internal clients.

You will be responsible for technical outputs within your UU Engineering Discipline team.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Working closely and maintaining strong relationships with other disciplines and internal clients.
• Responsible for the delivery of a range of projects and providing technical engineering advice throughout UU, including data gathering and analysis, design, preparation of documents, drawings, calculations and specifications.
• Responsible for the technical delivery of projects within budget and programme to all internal clients.
• Undertake all activities in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation and Accepted Practice, ensuring all training and processes are adhered to.
• Adopt the role of Designer in accordance with CDM.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Have a knowledge and experience of industry and company techniques and technologies for Instrument, Control & Automation (ICA) and detailed knowledge of HV & LV power distribution/utilisation.
• Experience in being part of multi-disciplinary team in technical and commercial environments and delivering capital and strategic projects and providing operational support in the water industry or other sectors.
• Knowledge and experience of company standards, procedures and technologies and have knowledge of the operational environments, operator skill levels and operating cost implications of the proposed engineering solutions.
• Knowledge and experience of process and construction risks analysis techniques such as ARM, HAZOP, HAZCON, HAZCOM.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment and encourage commitment in others to safety in all aspects of work.

Qualifications

• Electrically qualified engineer with some postgraduate or equivalent experience
• Valid driving licence is required

About the Team

• You will initially be allocated to work in the County Engineering teams for Cheshire. Future allocation to work in other teams within the Electrical Engineering Department will be at the discretion of the Chief Electrical Engineer.
• You will be operating as part of a multi-disciplinary field-based team, working closely with Operations and Maintenance for the betterment of UU’s water treatment facilities.
• You will be investigating/evaluating engineering options and developing a scope of works
• Your focus will be small projects that will be delivered by Contractors
• You will follow a hybrid approach to working, working remotely for 2-days per week

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.