Senior​/Electrical Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer – Water (Wastewater / Non-infra)

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support a growing pipeline of wastewater (non-infrastructure) projects across the UK water sector. This can be a long‑term contract opportunity with flexibility on IR35 status (subject to assessment), offering hybrid working and involvement across the full project lifecycle – from concept through to detailed design and delivery.

• Electrical design for wastewater treatment projects (MEICA focus)
• Production of calculations, specifications, and technical reports
• Development of LV electrical designs, single line diagrams, and control philosophies
• Support design reviews, HAZOPs, and client meetings
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary design teams

• Proven experience in electrical design within the UK water sector (wastewater preferred)
• Strong understanding of LV systems, motors, and instrumentation
• Experience producing design documentation to industry standards
• Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD / EPLAN (or equivalent)
• Ability to operate in a client‑facing, consultancy environment

• Chartered or working towards (IET or equivalent)
• Experience on AMP frameworks
• MEICA integration exposure

• £45–£50 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Flexible IR35 engagement (inside/outside assessment required)
• Hybrid working with site/client travel as needed
• Immediate start or short notice preferred

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private‑sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration. Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client‑focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach.

Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership;
Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG‑Stiftung.

RAG‑Stiftung is a foundation with the long‑term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.