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The Opportunity
Scotland's water sector is delivering significant investment to create more resilient, sustainable infrastructure for the future. At Stantec, our Electrical Engineering teams are helping clients meet these challenges by delivering innovative EICA solutions across major water and wastewater projects.
We're looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. Working alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams, you'll contribute to projects from concept through to construction, developing your technical expertise while working on infrastructure that has a lasting impact on communities and the environment. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career within one of the UK's leading engineering consultancies, with clear support for your professional development.
About The Role
As an Electrical Engineer, you'll support the delivery of electrical and EICA designs across a diverse portfolio of water infrastructure projects.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Assisting with electrical and EICA design from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.
- Producing electrical calculations, Single Line Diagrams, Block Cable Diagrams and Network Infrastructure Diagrams.
- Supporting the development of technical specifications, control philosophies and equipment schedules.
- Working collaboratively with project managers, clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
- Participating in design reviews, technical workshops and site visits.
- Continuing to develop your technical knowledge through mentoring and structured career development.
YOUR IMPACT
The work you deliver will support the development of sustainable infrastructure that improves water quality, protects the environment and provides reliable services for communities across Scotland and the wider UK. Every project offers the opportunity to develop your technical capability while contributing to nationally significant investment programmes.
Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain exposure to innovative technologies and multidisciplinary project delivery, building the foundations for a successful long-term career with Stantec.
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ABOUT YOU
Essential
- Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience in electrical engineering design within water, infrastructure, utilities or industrial sectors.
- Knowledge of electrical engineering principles and design standards.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
- A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
Desirable
- Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
- Experience with EICA design and documentation.
- Knowledge of DSEAR requirements.
- Experience within the UK water sector.
WHY JOIN US
- We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
- We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named 'Best Place to Work' and 'International Consulting Firm of the Year' at the NCE Awards 2024.
- We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
- We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).
- Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
- Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
- Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.
If you're ready to develop your career while delivering innovative engineering solutions that make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
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About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.
Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.
Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.
At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.
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