17 Oct
Tetra Tech
Edinburgh
Job description
We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Principal Electrical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK.
In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry Tetra Tech, and RPS, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England.
Tetra Tech have been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change.
Under this 10-year framework,
Tetra Tech will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost.
Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to foster a resilient, eco-friendly, and thriving Northwest.
The North West is the preferred location for these roles, but other locations may be considered.
About The Team :
We are a team of Engineers, Modellers, and Data Analysts providing Asset Management and Operational Strategy development, to our Water Industry clients to support business planning and delivery.
This is an evolving industry, providing challenges and opportunities that require innovation, dedication, and teamwork to help us meet our clients’ needs.
In addition to the United Utilities framework, we also work with several major water companies across the UK, having a broad portfolio of long-term framework agreements in place.
Our Water Consultancy business has a range of prestigious AMP8 programmes leading into AMP9 and beyond,
where you’ll be securing your career for the next 20 years, leaving a lasting legacy!
About You :
Responsibilities include handling the technical delivery of projects, monitoring the budget, meeting deadlines, and ensuring quality standards, all while aiming to exceed client expectations.
By joining us, you're not just taking on exciting projects and collaborating with leading minds. You're making a meaningful impact on millions of lives the UK, leaving a legacy for generations to come.
As a valuable member of our team, you'll play a crucial role in the water industry, and work with the largest water companies in the region, ensuring a positive and enduring influence on the communities we serve.
If you're ready to contribute your skills and expertise to a dynamic and innovative environment,
we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.
Your Responsibilities :
- Demonstrated ability to operate both independently and as part of a team, encompassing tasks such as production, verification, review, or approval of intricate electrical designs, including calculations, specifications, reports, and drawings.
- Leadership in providing design and advisory services for new and existing water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure.
- Technical oversight and delivery of multi-disciplinary projects, taking on the role of Design Lead as assigned, utilising cutting-edge digital design methodologies.
- Identification and cultivation of innovative and optimised technical solutions aligned with client requirements and objectives.
- Coordination and leadership of collaborative efforts within multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., process, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and ICA).
- Establishment and nurturing of relationships with clients and partners in capital alliances, addressing project technical, commercial, and progress-related matters.
- Ensuring projects adhere to requisite technical, legislative, quality, safety, and environmental standards and objectives.
- Acting as a mentor and technical supervisor for other team members.
- Overseeing line management and performance development responsibilities for designated staff.
- Facilitating the capture of critical project and technical knowledge, including innovative approaches.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience :
- Extensive expertise in the technical execution of process plant systems within intricate water industry engineering ventures.
- Proficiency in participating in design and construction initiatives utilising digital design methodologies.
- Demonstrated leadership skills, fostering a collaborative environment within teams.
- Substantial experience in the water and / or wastewater sectors.
Qualifications :
Preferably degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical subject. Postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
oChartered or working towards chartership
Affiliation with a professional institution like IET, InstMC, or CIWEM, or in the process of working towards membership and nearing application.
What’s in it for you?
A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.
We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas.
We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their well-being.
A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you are part of the solution.
Why Tetra Tech?
With over 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services.
We are proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.
At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits.
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Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.
We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.
We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them.
We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs this is a workplace that works for you.
Come and join our team and truly make a difference in the future of water!
Additional Information
- Organization : 784 WYG