Senior Electrical Engineer - Water Sector

Stantec; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Private medical insurance

Pension plan

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Stantec in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Water team, with a base in Birmingham, Derby, Redditch or Cardiff. You will contribute to feasibility, detailed design, construction support and commissioning across water and wastewater assets.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with project managers and stakeholders, and deliver safe, sustainable and efficient electrical solutions. The role offers a collaborative culture and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience delivering electrical or EICA engineering solutions in infrastructure/utilities.
• Understanding of electrical design principles, standards and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Ability to produce and review technical outputs such as Single Line Diagrams, specifications and design documentation.
• Strong communication skills with clients, colleagues and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical and EICA design solutions across water and wastewater projects.
• Contribute to feasibility studies, optioneering, detailed design and commissioning activities.
• Support junior engineers through mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, sustainable, and efficient designs.

Skills

Electrical design

EICA engineering

Multidisciplinary delivery

Technical communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

The water sector is facing increasing demand for more resilient, sustainable and efficient infrastructure, and at Stantec, we are helping our clients meet these challenges through innovative engineering solutions. Our Electrical Engineering teams are delivering essential projects across the UK, supporting the improvement and development of water and wastewater assets for communities now and in the future.

We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing Water team, based in Birmingham, Derby, Redditch or Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career, developing your technical expertise while contributing to major infrastructure projects alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary specialists.

You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where you can:

• Deliver electrical and EICA design solutions across a range of water and wastewater projects.
• Develop your technical capability through exposure to complex engineering challenges.
• Work closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support and mentor developing engineers while continuing your own professional growth.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will support the delivery of electrical and EICA design services across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Working across the full project lifecycle, you will contribute to feasibility studies, optioneering, detailed design, construction support and commissioning activities.

You will be responsible for developing high-quality engineering solutions, producing and reviewing key technical deliverables and collaborating with engineers from other disciplines to ensure successful project outcomes. You will work closely with Project Managers, discipline leads, clients and supply chain partners, providing technical input and helping to deliver safe, sustainable and efficient designs.

As part of your role, you will also have the opportunity to support junior engineers through mentoring, knowledge sharing and technical guidance, helping to strengthen the capability of the wider Electrical Engineering team.

YOUR IMPACT

Your work will contribute directly to the delivery of critical water infrastructure that supports communities, protects the environment and improves the resilience of essential services.

By applying your electrical engineering expertise to complex infrastructure projects, you’ll help clients overcome operational and environmental challenges while delivering solutions that support a more sustainable future. You’ll also play an important role in developing the next generation of engineers and contributing to Stantec’s continued growth within the water sector.

About You

We are looking for a motivated Electrical Engineer who is ready to take on greater technical responsibility and contribute to the delivery of complex engineering projects.

Essential

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering electrical or EICA engineering solutions within an infrastructure, utilities or related environment.
• Understanding of electrical design principles, standards and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Ability to produce and review technical outputs such as Single Line Diagrams, specifications and design documentation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with clients, colleagues and project teams.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
• Experience supporting or mentoring less experienced engineers.

Desirable:

• Experience working within the UK water sector.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or working towards professional registration.
• Experience with control philosophies, HAZOPs, technical workshops or design reviews.
• Background in utilities, energy, infrastructure or other regulated industries.

WHY JOIN US

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.