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Principal EICA Design Engineer (Water Sector)
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Principal EICA Design Engineer (Water Sector)
Senior and Principal Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation Engineers
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About the Role
Our Regulated Water Asset Design team serves the municipal water sector both in the UK and internationally. We hold long-term framework agreements directly with water companies, including:
- Severn Trent Water
- Southwest Water
Additionally, we maintain excellent relationship and trading agreements with blue-chip contractors, including:
- Costain
- Galliford Try
We deliver a full range of design services across:
- Wastewater treatment
- Water treatment
- Sewerage
- Water network schemes
To find out more about our Water business, explore: https://www.wsp.com/en-us/sectors/wastewater
Due to a significant increase in demand for our services, we are actively recruiting Senior and Principal Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation Engineers (EICA) to support the AMP8 water sector capital investment programme.
Key Responsibilities
You will be an integral member of the Water Engineering team, working independently and collaboratively to design and deliver technical solutions across various projects. Key responsibilities include:
- Deliver EICA design inputs for infrastructure-related projects
- Prepare or review EICA package deliverables, including:
- Technical specifications
- Calculations
- Reports
- Datasheets
- Schedules
- Control philosophies
- User requirement specifications
- Network architecture drawings
- Review and execute tender evaluations
- Participate in:
- Proposals
- Scoping of work
- Identifying key tasks and packages
- Developing resourcing/time estimates
- Ensure compliance with DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) and elevated EICA equipment risks
- Manage inspection, testing, setting to work, and commissioning stages for ICA equipment and installations
- Attend factory acceptance tests for:
- Panel fabrication
- PLC/HMI software
- SCADA systems
- Coach and mentor ICA discipline junior staff
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What We Will Be Looking For
Essential Requirements
- Degree qualification (IET-accredited) in electrical or control engineering, or a minimum electrical/control HND with substantial experience
- Professional registration with the Engineering Council as a:
- Chartered Engineer (CEng)
- Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
- Extensive experience in EICA engineering design for water infrastructure, including:
- Preparing and reviewing deliverables (technical specs, calculations, datasheets, schedules, control philosophies, user requirement specs, and networks)
- Specialist knowledge of:
- DSEAR (explosive atmospheres)
- Electrical equipment hazards
- CDM regulations for installations
- Strong client-facing skills, including:
- Diligence, collaboration, and motivation
- Ability to work independently or with teams/clients
- Willingness to travel (contractor/operational sites) for:
- surveys
- inspections
- testing
- Practical understanding of electrical safe systems of work
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Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid working: Flexibility to work from home 2 days a week, while collaborating in modern offices.
- WSP My Hour: Dedicated hour each day for personal commitments, flexible to be adjusted as needed.
Inclusivity & Belonging
- Diverse and authentic teams: Encourages all backgrounds and experiences.
- Employee Resource Groups foster inclusion and representation.
Health & Wellbeing
- Thrive Programme: Tools for physical and mental health.
- Virtual GP service (NHS/Irish Medical Council) for quick medical advice.
- Gymflex Scheme: Up to 40% discount on gym memberships.
- Menopause support package.
Flexible Working
- Part-time and flexible arrangements
- Additional leave purchasing option
- Personalised bank holiday allocation
Professional Development
- Investment in training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.
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- Religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, or paternity
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