Senior / Electrical Engineer (Contract)

Pell Frischmann; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Pell Frischmann is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support wastewater projects across the UK. This long-term contract offers flexibility on IR35 status with hybrid working arrangements.

The successful candidate will be involved in the full project lifecycle, focusing on electrical design for wastewater treatment. Strong experience in the UK water sector and familiarity with tools like AutoCAD or EPLAN are required.

Competitive pay of £45–£50 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical design within the UK water sector (wastewater preferred).
• Experience producing design documentation to industry standards.
• Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD / EPLAN (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Electrical design for wastewater treatment projects (MEICA focus).
• Production of calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
• Development of LV electrical designs, single line diagrams, and control philosophies.

Skills

Electrical design for wastewater treatment projects

Strong understanding of LV systems, motors, and instrumentation

Ability to operate in a client-facing, consultancy environment

Education

Chartered or working towards (IET or equivalent)

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Job description

About Pell Frischmann

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Originally formed in 1926, Pell Frischmann has a unique heritage in delivering client‑focused solutions that deliver value through commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and an innovative approach. Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership; Pell Frischmann is part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG‑Stiftung. RAG‑Stiftung is a foundation with the long‑term public purpose to address environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation, so our work directly contributes to fighting global pollution and climate change.

Electrical Design Engineer – Water (Wastewater / Non‑Infra)

Contract | Inside or Outside IR35 |

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support a growing pipeline of wastewater (non‑infrastructure) projects across the UK water sector. This can be a long‑term contract opportunity with flexibility on IR35 status (subject to assessment), offering hybrid working and involvement across the full project lifecycle – from concept through to detailed design and delivery.

You must be UK based and have previous experience working in the Water sector (e.g., in an AMP cycle) on Wastewater projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical design for wastewater treatment projects (MEICA focus)
• Production of calculations, specifications, and technical reports
• Development of LV electrical designs, single line diagrams, and control philosophies
• Support design reviews, HAZOPs, and client meetings
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary design teams

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in electrical design within the UK water sector (wastewater preferred)
• Strong understanding of LV systems, motors, and instrumentation
• Experience producing design documentation to industry standards
• Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD / EPLAN (or equivalent)
• Ability to operate in a client‑facing, consultancy environment

Desirable

• Chartered or working towards (IET or equivalent)
• Experience on AMP frameworks
• MEICA integration exposure

Package / Details

• £45–£50 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Flexible IR35 engagement (inside/outside assessment required)
• Hybrid working with site/client travel as needed
• Immediate start or short notice preferred