Wessex Water

Are you a natural problem solver with excellent influencing and communication skills? Are you an experienced engineer or a recent graduate looking to build a career in electrical design? If so, we have a great opportunity for you as an Electrical Engineer. 

What you'll do 

You will use your electrical and water engineering technical skills and practical knowledge to support the design and development of best value, as well as supporting innovative solutions that are safe to build, operate and maintain. 

You will work on specific engineering tasks or projects as directed and take responsibility for the technical and administrative aspects of small to medium-sized projects or sections of larger projects. These projects generally form part of the capital delivery programme at water treatment, wastewater treatment and network pumping sites. 

You will support team members in activities, including: 

• undertaking option evaluation/assessment for projects within the required timescales and agreed feasibility budgets
• the identification and assessment of suitable options and development of single least whole life cost sustainable solutions
• the development of preferred solutions through outline design, detailed design and construction support
• ensuring all solutions are safe to build, operate and maintain the preparation of the business case reports clearly defining the project proposals for submission to approval bodies
• working closely with all parties in the project team to ensure the right solution is delivered
• communicating and quantifying any residual risks associated with the preferred solution
• working in close collaboration throughout the design process with our Civils and Mechanical and Electrical teams, providing any design input and advice where appropriate
• investigating and applying innovative approaches to help the client drive efficiency
• supporting the Project Manager, where required, in communicating with the client's customers during the development of the preferred solution. 

What you'll need 

You will be able to demonstrate strong communication skills and effectively explain complex topics in simple terms, as well as having and developing strong negotiation and influencing skills. 

In addition, you will need:

• an Eng or M.Eng in Electrical Engineering, or other relevant electrical engineering qualifications
• to be working towards Incorporated/Chartered engineer status 
• an understanding of BS 7671:2018 - IET 18th edition wiring regulations
• experience working with electrical engineering design
• experience working closely with contracting partners and client customers
• experience working to standards, codes and practices
• experience and confidence to bring stakeholders together to deliver project objectives. 

What you'll receive 

• Total pension contributions up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to buy up to 10 days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary.
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us. 

Who we are 

We are one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West. 

The work we do goes beyond providing an essential public service. We also aim to have a positive impact on the communities we serve and the natural environment. 

Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have the opportunity to develop and progress your career, while also receiving health and wellbeing support. 

We also continue to promote diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join us and if you would like to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need. 

Sound interesting? Apply to start your application.