Veolia | Water Tech
Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer

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Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the worldβs most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.
Job Description
π Birmingham based with Hybrid working
π Full-Time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours)
π° Competitive Salary
π Benefits Package:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and your birthday off!)
- Comprehensive Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Access to a Private GP and much more!
Ready to make a real difference β not just in your career, but for the planet?
As water technologies experts, we don't just offer jobs β we build careers with purpose. We're on a mission of Ecological Transformation, and we're looking for a process engineer to help us lead the charge.
About the Role
You will be responsible for all EICA (Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation) aspects on water treatment projects. This includes low voltage switchgear & motor control centres, electrical installation, software control systems, operator interfaces, and process instrumentation. Projects are typically within municipal and industrial water industry in the UK.
What will I be doing?
- Technical aspects for procurement of MCC, cabling, systems integration, process instrumentation, and electrical equipment
- Produce load & instrument schedules, equipment specifications
- Develop software user requirements specifications (URS) following process design consultation
- Review sub-contractor drawings and specifications against client & VWT specifications
- Conduct detailed technical bid evaluations of quotations
- Conduct FATs for switchboard, MCC and PLC/HMI software
- Conduct inspections & tests for electrical equipment
- Responsible for EICA design aspects of installation & commissioning
- Visit sites for client meetings and occasional installation supervision
- Provide assistance to tendering department in all EICA aspects
- Report internally on EICA aspects against budget and programme
- Ensure all activities are carried out safely and in line with QA procedures
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Qualifications
What you will bring to the role:
Essential:
- Degree in technical/engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering preferred) or extensive practical experience
- Experience of similar role in UK water industry
- Application of BS7671 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations
- Strong communication skills for interfacing with colleagues, suppliers, project managers, and customers
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Google)
- Flexible working approach to deal with potential problems
- Organisational skills for prioritising tasks
- Health & safety awareness
Desirable:
- Google Suite proficiency
- Knowledge of cable sizing software
- Knowledge of PLC programming software
- Experience of bus communications (e.g., Profibus, Ethernet TCP/IP)
- Experience of high voltage distribution
- Full driving licence
Additional Information
What we can offer you:
At Veolia, we know that at certain crucial moments in life, we all need a little help, protection and support. That's why we are proud to offer our innovative Veolia Cares program, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
Your Well-being, Our Priority! π
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Health & Wellness π
- Private Healthcare through BUPA with the option to extend coverage to your loved ones
- Dental Plan that covers appointments and treatments, or gives you cash back
Family Comes First πΆ
- Enhanced Maternity/Primary Care: 13 weeks full pay from Day 1
- Enhanced Paternity/Secondary Care: 2 weeks full pay from Day 1
- Adoption Leave: 13 weeks full pay for Parental Care and 2 weeks full pay for Co-parental Care β both from your very first day!
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- Give back to your community with one paid volunteering day every year β because doing good feels great!
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- Industry-Leading Life Insurance: 10x your salary paid to your loved ones
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- Cycle to Work Scheme β stay active and save money
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
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