Project Electrical Engineer

Kier Group plc.; Gerrards Cross; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in the UK is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to support the delivery of capital maintenance and infrastructure upgrades. Responsibilities include managing electrical engineering aspects from design to commissioning, developing designs per UK regulations, and coordinating with stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in the water or utilities sector. This role also emphasizes diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience delivering electrical engineering projects in the water or utilities sector.
• Experience with LV electrical distribution, control panels and instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems in treatment works and pumping stations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all electrical engineering aspects of projects from design through to commissioning.
• Develop electrical designs in accordance with Thames Water specifications.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical engineering projects

UK regulations compliance

Electrical systems understanding

SCADA/Telemetry systems

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Hours: 45 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.

As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will be supporting the delivery of capital maintenance and infrastructure upgrades within the Thames Water Framework. The role will focus on the design, specification, and implementation of electrical systems across water and wastewater treatment facilities. Your day to day will include:

Responsibilities

• Manage all electrical engineering aspects of projects from design through to commissioning
• Develop electrical designs in accordance with Thames Water specifications and UK regulations
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including mechanical, civil and process teams
• Review electrical layouts, single-line diagrams, cable calculations and schedules
• Ensure compliance with BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), ATEX and other industry standards

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or related disciplines
• Demonstrated experience delivering electrical engineering projects in the water or utilities sector
• Strong understanding of electrical systems in treatment works, pumping stations, and MCCs/ PLC panels
• Experience with LV electrical distribution, control panels and instrumentation
• Understanding of SCADA/ Telemetry systems and integration with control systems

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.