Senior Electrical Engineer - Water Projects

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Are you ready to help lead a team of talented engineers and help us shape the future of water infrastructure? 

Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water team as a Senior Electrical Engineer.  The role can be based from our offices in  Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and Perth, whilst also taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model.

AECOM has been named preferred bidder for one of two Primary Designers for Scottish Water’s SR27 Enterprise. This transformational, multi-billion-pound programme is the highest value venture ever put into place by Scottish Water and will reshape Scotland’s water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033 (with potential to extend for another 6 years).

We will be at the heart of this ground-breaking delivery model, shaping design excellence at scale and working with Scottish Water and our Enterprise Partners to help drive outcomes that deliver value for customers in Scotland and go beyond net zero. This is a major win for AECOM and a powerful endorsement of our expertise, giving us a fantastic opportunity to deliver long-term, meaningful work that has large scale impact for communities across Scotland. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to support on this programme and work alongside a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency.

This role presents a great opportunity to develop your career as a technical expert delivering solutions that meet the technical challenges of today and tomorrow.   

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Electrical and ICA Design: Undertake the design and review of electrical and ICA elements in wastewater and water infrastructure treatment projects, such as chemical dosing, pumping stations and sludge treatment units, from conception to handover.
• Quality: Produce and review client deliverables, including calculations, drawings and technical reports to relevant standards and procedures.
• Project Management: Assist in the preparation and management of bids using internal systems and operations.
• Mentor: Delegate tasks, direct and oversee the work of others and act as a technical mentor to more junior staff.

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!

Come grow with us.

Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts over 600 experts across the UK & Ireland, with an immediate team of 9 Mechanical & Electrical engineers in Glasgow. Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion.  At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.