Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Advanced Insulation Systems Ltd; Leeds, Birmingham, Chester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is dedicated to creating sustainable infrastructure solutions. As a Senior/Principal EICA Design Engineer, you will lead engineering teams in designing innovative water and wastewater systems. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects, ensuring compliance with quality standards while fostering a collaborative team environment. With a focus on continuous improvement and professional development, you will contribute to projects that benefit communities and the environment. If you're passionate about engineering and sustainability, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing clean water and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of electrical power systems and integrated system design.
• Several years of relevant work experience in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Leading teams to produce engineering deliverables and technical documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with quality systems and managing design interfaces.
• Providing technical guidance and managing project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Designing clean water systems

Electrical power systems

Water treatment control systems

Excellent communication skills

Leadership qualities

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional qualifications (IEng/CEng MIET)

Job description

Binnies UK, part of the RSK Group, is recruiting talented engineers to join our growing Delivery business across the UK. Our teams consult, deliver, and manage critical human infrastructure projects in the Water and Wastewater industries both domestically and internationally. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging engineering projects within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

We are seeking Senior / Principal EICA Design Engineers

to work on both clean water and wastewater schemes, delivering engineering solutions from concept to detailed design for construction.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Leading teams of electrical engineers to produce clear engineering deliverables such as single line diagrams, cable block diagrams, control system architecture drawings, load schedules, MCC datasheets, equipment and material specifications, enquiry documentation, datasheets, schedules, and reports.
2. Serving as a technical specialist, providing expertise and knowledge.
3. Ensuring compliance with in-house procedural and quality systems.
4. Coordinating the development of multidisciplinary deliverables like P&IDs.
5. Managing design interfaces with other disciplines and integrating EICA design elements into the overall project design.
6. Collaborating closely with project teams, other engineering disciplines, project managers, estimating, site and commissioning teams, CAD, joint venture partners, and clients.
7. Undertaking technical bid assessments, subcontractor design reviews, and providing technical support on-site.
8. Providing technical guidance and supervision to project teams.
9. Undertaking supervisory responsibilities, including performance management and professional development support.
10. Managing budgets, schedules, and quality requirements for electrical teams.

Candidate Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in designing clean water and wastewater systems, including equipment specification, electrical power systems, water treatment control systems, plant layout, and related areas.
• Knowledge of electrical power systems, water treatment control systems, integrated system design, manufacturing processes, testing, commissioning, procurement, codes and practices, CDM, environmental management, planning, and document control.
• Degree qualification in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Several years of relevant work experience.
• Enthusiasm, adaptability, and a drive to provide efficient engineering solutions.
• Self-motivated with the ability to lead teams and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication skills and high computer literacy.
• Professional qualifications such as IEng or CEng MIET.
• Leadership qualities that foster effective team building.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and mentoring others.
• A proactive approach to career development and industry knowledge updates.

About Us

We develop innovative solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver infrastructure that benefits communities and the environment. With over 100 years of experience, we aim to create possibilities for humanity through sustainable project delivery.

As part of the RSK Group, we offer multidisciplinary services across sectors, focusing on growth, diversification, and a people-first culture. We are committed to inclusivity, diversity, and fostering a supportive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of building a sustainable future, we invite you to join us. Do you have what it takes?

Our Focus Areas

Environment

Creating sustainable infrastructure that meets net zero goals, integrating digital innovations, and promoting inclusive growth.

Water

Providing comprehensive water industry solutions, harnessing digital transformation for resilient and reliable water management, and promoting sustainability across the asset lifecycle.