Requisition Number UKN/SEE/ED/IL
Job Title Senior Electrical Engineer (Contract post)
Location Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

Primary purpose of role


Contribute to the growing UK market by providing technical expertise in specialist areas of engineering. To be involved in the implementation and delivery of leading edge programmes and projects.


Job Description


  • Liaise with Clients and Contractors to identify opportunities and develop business relationships.
  • Work on projects in water, wastewater, energy, infrastructure and environmental sectors.
  • Undertake initial feasibility and scoping, through design, procurement, construction and on site commissioning. Provide techncal support through to completon, final handover and operation of the project.
  • Produce the technical EICA specifications and deliverables of the schemes in accordance with current legislation and standards for the High Voltage, Low Voltage and
  • Instrumentation, Control and Automation scheme requirements.
  • Take ownership for individual work output, whilst reviewing the work of others and remaining focused on important priorities.
  • Writing technical report and comfortable in the use of project management tools and methodologies to deliver technical work to time and cost targets.
  • Liaise on with clients, contractors and suppliers, stakeholders and third parties to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Use appropriate software to provide advice, solutions and successful project outcomes for clients.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced members within the team
  • Complete all work in line with MWH Core Values and in accordance with MWH Quality Systems and Project Quality Procedures.
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  • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or other relevant subject
  • A member of a relevant engineering institution i.e. IET.
  • Experience in wastewater pumping station and Wastewater Treatment Water inlet works design and/or rehabilitation experience
  • Experience of all stages of the project life cycle including feasibility & conceptual design, option appraisal and whole life costing, value engineering, detailed design, generation of contract specifications, tender appraisal and contractor management along with experience of plant inspection, testing, commissioning and handover.
  • A sound working knowledge of industry practice and legislation in Health & Safety is essential including client delivery management risk assessments, HAZOPs, and hazardous area reviews.
  • Computer literate with a good understanding of Microsoft Office
  • Able to work well in a team and independently
  • Strong communication skills (both written and oral) with an ability to communicate at all levels with the client, suppliers, contractors and our design team.
  • A good client service focus.
  • Excellent organisational skills and able to multi-task.
  • Must be able to plan and prioritise work load effectively.

    • We are an equal opportunities employer.