MEICA Program Lead - Water Infrastructure Projects

STRABAG; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG is seeking a MEICA Manager to design, manage, coordinate and deliver MEICA systems across major UK infrastructure projects. You will oversee installation, testing and commissioning of complex assets, while coordinating subcontractors and ensuring safety, quality and budget adherence.

You will lead system integration of pumping systems, MCCs, PLC/SCADA networks and telemetry, with strong emphasis on CDM compliance and site safety across all active sites.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Control or Automation engineering.
• Experience with high/low voltage distribution and large pumping systems.
• Knowledge of automation architecture and NEC3/NEC4 highlights (desirable).
• MEICA management on major UK infrastructure projects (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Design Coordination: Collaborate with design teams to review and finalise technical specifications.
• Project Delivery: Oversee the installation, testing and commissioning of MEICA assets across tunnel interfaces, shaft structures and surface valve houses.
• Subcontractor Management: Lead procurement and management of specialist MEICA subcontractors, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• System Integration: Manage integration of pumping systems, MCCs, PLC/SCADA and telemetry interfaces.
• Health and Safety Leadership: Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and safety standards across sites.

Skills

HV/LV distribution

Automation architecture

Pumping systems

MEICA design knowledge

Education

Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical, Electrical, Control, Automation, or related Engineering discipline

Water industry experience (desirable)

Tools

MCCs

PLC/SCADA networks

Job description

STRABAG is seeking a MEICA Manager to design, manage, coordinate and deliver MEICA systems across major UK infrastructure projects. You will oversee installation, testing and commissioning of complex assets, while coordinating subcontractors and ensuring safety, quality and budget adherence.

You will lead system integration of pumping systems, MCCs, PLC/SCADA networks and telemetry, with strong emphasis on CDM compliance and site safety across all active sites.