Lead Electrical Engineers

RSK Group; Highgate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Income protection

Life assurance

Annual leave purchase scheme

Professional development pathways

Annual pay rise & bonus

Discounts & gym membership deals

Cycle to work & EV salary sacrifice

Job summary

Binnies UK is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive delivery of critical water infrastructure projects in the UK. You will lead electrical teams, shape design approaches, and mentor junior engineers to build capability across the portfolio.

You will coordinate with project managers, JV partners and clients to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant solutions across controls, automation and power systems. A strong leadership mindset and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership of electrical engineering teams in water-sector projects.
• Experience with control systems and automation design.
• Solid understanding of project governance, quality systems and interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor electrical engineering teams to deliver high-quality outputs.
• Produce single-line diagrams, control system architectures, MCC datasheets and load schedules.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary designs and ensure safety, quality and governance compliance.
• Provide on-site technical support and client-facing guidance during project execution.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Water treatment controls

Team leadership

Project coordination

CDM regulations

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

From clean water resilience to advanced wastewater treatment, we deliver Critical Human Infrastructure across the UK and internationally. We are seeking Lead Electrical Engineers who want to shape major projects, drive innovation, and guide the next generation of engineers in a collaborative environment where your leadership truly matters. Why You'll Love Working Here Because leadership here isn't just about delivering outputs, it's about creating impact and accelerating your career. A career with purpose, flexibility and meaningful rewards

• Private Health Insurance & Income Protection
• Life Assurance for security and peace of mind
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme for extra flexibility
• Clear, supported professional development pathways
• Annual pay rise & performance bonus
• High Street discounts & gym membership deals
• Cycle to Work & EV Salary Sacrifice Schemes
• Dedicated Mental Health & Wellbeing Support

We prioritise people, development and work-life balance, enabling you to lead effectively and grow confidently.

What You'll Do

As a technical and team leader, you will have a pivotal role in delivering safe, efficient and innovative electrical engineering solutions. You will:

• Lead and guide electrical engineering teams to produce high-quality technical outputs, including:
• Single-line diagrams
• Control system architecture
• MCC datasheets
• Load schedules
• Act as a technical specialist, providing expertise across all project stages
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, engineering standards, and governance
• Coordinate multidisciplinary designs and manage integration across all engineering interfaces
• Work closely with project managers, design engineers, JV partners, and clients
• Lead reviews of bids, designs, and subcontractor deliverables
• Provide on-site technical support, ensuring safe and correct implementation
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering capability growth
• Oversee budgets, schedules, risks, quality and delivery performance across your portfolio

A confident technical leader who brings expertise, collaboration and clarity to complex water-sector projects.

You will have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)
• Strong professional experience within the water, wastewater or related engineering sectors
• Expertise in:
• Electrical power systems
• Water treatment control systems
• Integrated system and automation design
• Knowledge of CDM regulations, procurement processes and document control
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
• A proactive, adaptable and solution-driven mindset

Desirable:

• Professional qualification (IEng / CEng MIET)
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience
• A passion for continuous improvement, innovation and progression

Lead the Future of Water Engineering with Binnies UK - Part of the RSK Group

At Binnies UK, we don't just design water infrastructure - we engineer sustainable solutions that protect people, safeguard the environment, and strengthen communities worldwide., We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery. Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come. Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then. At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees. Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company. If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?