Senior Electrical Engineer (EICA)

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Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

Context

SYSTRA Ltd is continuing to grow across the UK, delivering projects across Rail, Infrastructure, Water, Energy and the wider Built Environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established engineering team working on diverse and technically challenging projects.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer (EICA) with MEICA experience to support the delivery of client projects and play a key role within the M&E engineering team. The role offers the chance to lead engineering activities, support junior team members and contribute to a dynamic, high-performing environment.

Missions/Main Duties

• Lead and contribute to the design and integration of projects, ensuring delivery to agreed quality, time and budget targets.

• Monitor project performance against contractual and quality requirements, taking action where needed.

• Manage checking and approval processes to ensure compliance with client, project and SYSTRA procedures.

• Prepare and review engineering designs and calculations, taking responsibility for design production.

• Communicate project requirements clearly and effectively across the team.

• Act as Work Package Manager on small to medium-sized projects where required.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant technical standards and industry requirements.

• Support business development and winning work activities where needed.

• Promote high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance throughout the design lifecycle.

• Contribute to business improvement initiatives and wider team objectives.

• Lead, support and motivate engineers, designers, graduates and apprentices to help deliver successful project outcomes.

• Support staff development, training, performance reviews and day-to-day people management responsibilities.

Profile/Skills

• Strong experience in electrical engineering within MEICA and multidisciplinary project environments.

• Good knowledge of mechanical and electrical design including pumps, MCCs, screening equipment, LV electrical systems, motor control, electrical protection systems, PLCs, SCADA, telemetry and automation systems.

• Proven experience delivering projects in water, wastewater or similar process-led sectors such as chemical, food, petrochemical or pharmaceutical environments.

• Good understanding of P&IDs, WIMES, pumping system control philosophies and associated UK water industry standards.

• Knowledge of HAZOP, HAZCON, ALM processes and DSEAR 2002 requirements.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with colleagues and stakeholders at different levels.

• Experience managing multiple projects, budgets, timescales and delivery priorities.

• A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to support team performance and client satisfaction.

• IEng or equivalent, with demonstrable progress toward Chartered status through a relevant professional body.

• HNC or equivalent qualification.

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Why SYSTRA?

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing

It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions, to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.

Apply and find out more about how Systra can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email:

reasonableadjustments@systra.com where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role – you could still be just what we are looking for.

Workplace Type

Hybrid