Principal Electrical Engineer

Description

Work is flexible, involving client site visits and collaboration across multi‑year frameworks. Engineers will manage projects from inception through delivery, creating innovative solutions that enhance the environment and communities.

Responsibilities cover electrical and ICA design, feasibility studies, detailed design, and construction/commissioning support. The role demands high technical quality, contribution to bids, and strong client relationship management. Project budgets, schedules, and deliverables must be managed to meet targets, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Leadership duties include managing direct reports, mentoring engineers, and fostering technical excellence within the team. The position contributes to AECOM’s wider technical capability and innovative approach.

• Design and review electrical and ICA components for water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Conduct feasibility studies, outline and detailed design, and provide construction/commissioning support.
• Ensure high technical quality, contribute to bid preparation, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables to meet agreed targets.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to secure solution buy‑in.
• Lead, mentor, and manage direct reports, fostering technical excellence.

Requirements

Candidates should hold a BEng or MEng in Electrical Engineering with water/wastewater experience and be a Chartered Member of a relevant professional institution. Proven expertise in producing, reviewing, and approving engineering reports, designs, and specifications is required, along with strong problem‑solving, client engagement, and leadership skills.

• Hold a BEng or MEng in Electrical Engineering with water/wastewater treatment experience.
• Be a Chartered Member of a relevant professional institution.
• Demonstrate proven expertise in producing, reviewing, and approving engineering reports, designs, and specifications.
• Exhibit strong problem‑solving abilities and exceptional client and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

AECOM offers a hybrid working model, career development opportunities through AECOM University, technical practice networks, and volunteering days. Core and personalised benefits are tailored to support employees’ well‑being and lifestyle.

• Benefit from a hybrid working model, career development programs, and flexible wellbeing benefits.
• Access volunteering days and AECOM University for continuous learning.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance