Electrical Design Engineer

Main responsibilities

Development of technical solutions and coordinating work with multi-disciplinary teams {Process, Civil and Mechanical)

Production of technical reports and the ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out checking, reviews and approval of complex electrical detailed designs, to include calculations, specifications, reports and drawings.

Analysis of options and selection of technical solutions as appropriate.

Ensuring contractors designs comply with the latest company specifications and other relevant industry specifications (Wimes, IET wiring regulations etc.) and legislations.

Development of outline scheme designs

Assistance in preparation of scheme programmes, estimates and tender documentation

You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience

HNC or a Degree in Engineering or equivalent training in the relevant area.

Working towards becoming an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with the IET.

Extensive experience in water utilities would be advantageous.

Ability to work closely with others.

Technically competent knowing when to refer to others when required.

Good technical report writing and editorial skills, and good oral communication.

Detailed knowledge of PLC systems, HMI’s, Variable Speed Drives, Harmonic filtration, data networks, telemetry systems and Standby Generator systems.

Competent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite - knowledge of Google Workspace would be beneficial.

Grow a career with a meaningful purpose. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That’s why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water.

Benefits package:

Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution.

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.

Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.

Paid volunteering days.

Cycle to work scheme.

Health cash plan.

Life assurance.

Wellbeing related benefits.

What can you expect from your recruitment?

To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career’s website.

It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water.

Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply now!

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Compensation package:

Up to £56,000 p.a. dependant on experience