Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

Manchester
Water Industry
12 Month Contract

Competitive Outside IR35

Our client has a requirement for an Electrical Engineer, to work on a contract basis in Manchester, supporting key projects within the water industry.

Role Purpose:

To provide robust electrical design solutions for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout all phases of delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver detailed electrical design outputs that meet project safety, quality, and performance requirements
• Produce design calculations, drawings, and documentation for water and wastewater treatment works
• Mentor and support CAD technicians, graduates, and junior designers
• Oversee and review the work of subcontracted M&E design teams
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers and manufacturers for specification and integration
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and design investigation documents
• Ensure compliance with all relevant technical, professional, and internal standards
• Track, manage, and document design changes within project scope
• Provide accurate estimates for design effort and resource planning
• Attend and contribute to client meetings, design reviews, and presentations

Experience Required:

• Minimum 10 years electrical design experience within the UK water industry
• Demonstrated hydraulic design capability
• Background in electrical and/or control systems engineering
• Experience with both clean water and wastewater infrastructure
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings, standards, and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Awareness of construction techniques, materials, and site considerations

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartership (with relevant professional registration)
• Proficient in relevant engineering software and IT systems
• Strong technical knowledge in electrical systems; control systems experience is advantageous
• Effective communicator with a proactive, solution driven mindset
• Committed to continuous professional development and mentoring others
• Results-focused with strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills

At First Recruitment Group, we understand how important it is to secure the right people. That s why our consultants take the time to fully understand requirements and offer sound, practical advice to both clients and candidates.

We recruit across all levels, and this is a superb opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer seeking their next contract role.