Engineer (electrical)

United Utilities; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider is seeking an experienced engineer to provide electrical engineering support in their Engineering team. The role involves delivering projects, maintaining client relationships, and technical advice. Candidates should have an HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, working from Lingley Mere, with a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Competitive pension scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym and wellness discounts

Flexible benefits options

Qualifications

• Electrically qualified engineer with postgraduate or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of project lifecycle and technical assurance.
• Ability to communicate technical solutions to various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering support and advice across UU.
• Deliver projects within budget and schedule.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal clients and disciplines.

Skills

Electrically qualified engineer

Knowledge of Instrument, Control & Automation

Experience in multi-disciplinary teams

Technical report writing

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job number UU03326 Country United Kingdom Region Cheshire West and Chester Location name Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP Posting End Date 23/01/2026 Band 4b Role Type Permanent Work hours 37 Hours per Week Salary Competitive Salary

About us

• Salary - Competitive Salary
• Work Type - Hybrid
• Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
• Role Type - Permanent
• Employment Type - Full Time
• Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

ToprovideElectricalEngineering support including design and technical engineering advice to all areas of UU.You willoperatewithin deliveryteamsandwork closely andmaintainstrong relationships withother disciplines and internal clients.You willbe responsible fortechnical outputs within your UU Engineering Discipline team.

The role is within the Engineering team located at Lingley Mere and federated into the Merseyside Water team.

Future allocation to work in other teams within the Electrical Engineering Department will be at the discretion of the Chief Electrical Engineer.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Working closely and maintaining strong relationships with other disciplines and internal clients.
• Responsible for the delivery of a range of projects and providing technical engineering advice throughout UU, including data gathering and analysis, design, preparation of documents, drawings, calculations and specifications.
• Review of proposals produced by others and providing advice and responses to other team members.
• Areas of responsibility will include the capital programme, operational support and studies & investigations.
• Responsible for the technical delivery of projects within budget and programme to all internal clients.
• Deputise for a Senior Engineer when requested.
• Raise the profile of UU Electrical Engineering in the water industry and other sectors by submission of technical papers or assistance to STEM activities.
• Development & improvement of UU’s Engineering standards and procedures.
• Undertake all activities in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation and Accepted Practice, ensuring all training and processes are adhered to.
• Adopt the role of Designer in accordance with CDM.
• To undertake all activities in accordance with an appropriate Quality Management System e.g. checked and verified calculations, drawings, specifications, and United Utilities’ Company Standards.
• To maintain and develop their own engineering expertise

Technical Skills & Experience

• Electrically qualified engineer with some postgraduate or equivalent experience
• Technically competent with an ability to influence technical solutions across the whole of UU
• Have a knowledge and experience of industry and company techniques and technologies for Instrument, Control & Automation (ICA) and detailed knowledge of HV & LV power distribution/utilisation.
• Working knowledge of general arrangements for electrical equipment and the integration of these into building envelopes and site layouts.
• Experience in being part of multi-disciplinary team in a technical environment, delivering capital / strategic projects and providing operational support in the water industry or other sectors.
• Understanding of the project lifecycle from front end engineering design (FEED) through to detailed design, technical assurance, testing & commissioning and final handover.
• Knowledge and experience of company standards, procedures and technologies and have knowledge of the operational environments, operator skill levels and operating cost implications of the proposed engineering solutions.
• Knowledge and experience of process and construction risks analysis techniques such as ARM, HAZOP, HAZCON, HAZCOM.
• The post holder will also be able to communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences, with some experience in presenting technical papers.
• The post holder will demonstrate a personal commitment and encourage commitment in others to safety in all aspects of work.
• The post holder will be required to work autonomously and as a member of a team.
• The ability to write clear, concise, accurate reports and specifications with measurable outputs, as well as the ability to promote these “best of breed” standards and designs to

Qualifications

Essential Qualification:

• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering
• Full UK Driving License

Other

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.