Principal EICA Engineer

Morson Talent; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior / Principal EICA Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team in Manchester. This role involves leading complex EICA designs for major water sector infrastructure projects. Candidates should have significant experience in EICA design, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to safety regulations. Flexible and hybrid work arrangements are offered, alongside opportunities to impact digital innovation and sustainability within the industry.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (or actively working towards this).
• Significant experience in EICA design and delivery in the UK water sector.
• Familiarity with CE/UKCA marking, ATEX, PED, and other relevant directives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of engineers and designers across multiple projects.
• Oversee and approve EICA designs and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with national and international codes.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering

Job description

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Job Title: Senior / Principal EICA Engineer – Water Sector

Location: Manchester (Hybrid – 2 days in-office)

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly experienced and motivated Senior or Principal Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation (EICA) Engineer to join a growing multidisciplinary engineering team delivering key projects across the UK water sector.

You’ll play a central role in leading and delivering complex EICA designs as part of major infrastructure upgrades for leading UK water companies. From early feasibility and FEED stages through to commissioning and handover, this role offers full lifecycle project involvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a small team of engineers and designers across multiple projects
• Oversee and approve EICA designs and technical documentation
• Liaise with clients, supply chain partners, and contractors
• Support site surveys and site-based technical solutions (occasional travel to Southern Water region)
• Ensure compliance with national and international codes, including WIMES and UKCA
• Contribute to best practices and net-zero goals

Requirements:

• Degree-qualified in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering (or equivalent apprenticeship)
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (or actively working towards this)
• Significant experience in EICA design and delivery in the UK water sector
• Strong knowledge of design practices, risk management, and safety regulations
• Familiarity with CE/UKCA marking, ATEX, PED, and other relevant directives
• Confident communicator and natural leader

Why Join?

• Be part of high-impact water sector programmes (AMP8 and beyond)
• Work on long-term frameworks with leading UK water utilities
• Flexible working with a mix of office and occasional site-based work
• Join a forward-thinking team focused on digital innovation and sustainability

Location:

Manchester-based role with hybrid working (2 days/week office). Occasional travel required to Southern Water sites (1x/month or every 2 months).

Ready to lead meaningful engineering projects in a future-focused environment? Apply now or message directly for a confidential chat.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design and Engineering

• Industries

  Utilities and Design Services

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