Principal Electrical Engineer

Overview

In this role you lead electrical design across water projects, from concept to commissioning, ensuring compliant and fit-for-purpose solutions. You will work with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical systems with other disciplines, driving safe, efficient delivery. This position offers growth within a major framework with Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water and opportunities to mentor junior engineers. You contribute to impactful projects that support communities and the environment, using your technical leadership to shape outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• pension contributions (MMB match 4.5%–7%)
• annual bonus schemes
• professional subscription costs covered
• 33 days holiday plus buy/sell/carry over
• Private Medical Insurance / Life Assurance / Critical Illness Insurance
• flexible benefits programme and learning opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead design, planning, and execution of electrical engineering for projects
• Work with Motor Control Centres, LV distribution, cabling, instrumentation, industrial networks, PLCs and SCADA
• Provide design guidance to ensure schemes meet legislation and standards
• Act as technical checker and perform reviews across teams
• Manage interfaces and integration of electrical with other disciplines and document production
• Collaborate with commercial, operational, and construction teams to develop safe, practical solutions
• Mentor Graduates and Engineers to develop skills and knowledge
• Engage with clients and maintain a one-team approach to delivery
• Conduct site reviews to verify buildability and integration of solutions
• Seek input from engineers, specialists, clients, and project teams to improve outcomes
• Support opportunities for standard designs, sustainable solutions, and digital tools
• Drive delivery improvements and adoption of efficient processes

Key requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Chartered member of a professional institution (e.g., ICE, IMechE) or equivalent experience
• Experience in water or wastewater projects, or infrastructure projects
• Proven track record delivering high-quality outputs complying with design, quality, and safety standards
• Effective communication with team members and stakeholders
• Methodical problem solving and proactive, pragmatic approach
• Ability to deliver results under tight timeframes, prioritise tasks, and manage time
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites

• proactive and pragmatic
• strong communication and collaboration
• mentoring and coaching
• Motor Control Centres
• LV distribution systems
• Cabling

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