Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Advance TRS; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Design & Build Contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support multiple MEICA projects in the water industry. The role requires strong electrical design skills and a minimum of 5 years' experience. Key responsibilities include providing design deliverables, producing calculations, and liaising with suppliers. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working in Greater Manchester.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' electrical design experience in the UK water industry.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical design software.
• Registered with a professional body and working towards chartership.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements.
• Produce electrical design calculations, single line diagrams, and layouts.
• Liaise with suppliers and prepare electrical specifications.

Skills

Electrical design software

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Graduate, HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Amtech

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Job description

Job Role: Electrical Design Engineer
Salary / Rate: 45– 50 /hour Outside IR35
Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid working)

Our client is a reputable Design & Build Contractor looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the Detailed Design phase of multiple MEICA projects on major UK water frameworks.

About the Role:

• Provide electrical design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements
• Produce electrical design calculations, single line diagrams, and electrical layouts for the water industry
• Direct and support CAD technicians and junior designers
• Prepare scopes of work for and check the output of subcontract M&E design teams
• Liaise with suppliers, prepare electrical specifications, and review technical submissions
• Conduct design investigations and produce reports and technical documentation
• Ensure design work complies with current BS7671, IET Wiring Regulations, and industry standards
• Implement and record any design changes throughout the project lifecycle
• Estimate hours and resources required for electrical design packages
• Attend and present at meetings and design reviews as required

About You:

• Graduate, HND or equivalent industry experience in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years' electrical design experience in the UK water industry
• Strong working knowledge of electrical design software (e.g., Amtech, AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP)
• Experience in clean water and wastewater design (infrastructure and non–infrastructure)
• Sound technical understanding of LV distribution, motor control centres (MCCs), control panels, and instrumentation
• Registered with a professional body (e.g., IET) and working towards chartership if not already chartered
• Strong communication and problem–solving skills
• Results–focused with a commitment to technical excellence and continuous development

Reach out to Charlie TRS to find out more about this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your electrical engineering career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.