Senior Electrical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Harrogate is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to focus on sustainable water infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will design electrical systems for water treatment and mentor junior staff. Candidates should hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and have experience in water projects. Immediate start available with a negotiable daily rate.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Chartered or incorporated status (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Experience in water projects required.

Responsibilities

• Design and review electrical systems for water treatment plants.
• Create technical specifications and procurement schedules.
• Mentor junior engineers and graduates.

Skills

Electrical system design

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC

SCADA

Job description

Job Title: Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Harrogate

Client:

LJB & Co

Location:

Harrogate, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

Job Description:

Water Framework in Yorkshire

Join a leading industry player with over £500m in projects, combining top-tier design expertise with hands-on construction. Our client specializes in award-winning projects through an integrated design-and-build approach and is experiencing rapid growth.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will contribute to sustainable infrastructure projects that benefit communities and the environment. You will work on critical water and wastewater projects from concept to commissioning, ensuring efficient and future-proof systems.

Responsibilities:

1. Design and review electrical systems for water treatment plants, MCCs, LV distribution, cabling, instrumentation, PLCs, SCADA, and more.
2. Create and evaluate technical specifications and procurement schedules.
3. Review supplier bids and technical submissions.
4. Mentor junior engineers and graduates.
5. Ensure compliance with client and WIMES standards.
6. Collaborate closely with clients to understand and meet their needs.

Requirements:

1. Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
2. Chartered or incorporated status (or equivalent experience).
3. Proven track record of delivering high-quality, safe, and timely designs, with specific experience in water (clean or wastewater) projects.
4. Immediate start available with negotiable daily rate.