Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Projects

Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Projects

• Full-time
• State/Province:
  Glasgow City
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Limited
• Business Line:
  Water
• Work Location Model:
  Hybrid
• Operating Group:
  International
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  UK - Glasgow - 177 Bothwell Street

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be h accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We’re one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Are you ready to support a team of talented engineers and shape the future of the water industry?

We’re looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our growing Water Solutions team in Glasgow whilst also taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM, we’re at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of water programmes and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients.

AECO M has recently been named preferred bidder for one of two Primary Designers for Scottish Water’s SR27 Enterprise. This transformational, multi-billion-pound programme is the highest value venture ever put into place by Scottish Water and will reshape Scotland’s water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033 (with potential to extend for another 6 years).

AECO M will be at the heart of this ground-breaking delivery model, shaping design excellence at scale and working with Scottish Water and our Enterprise Partners to help drive outcomes that deliver value for customers in Scotland and go beyond net zero. This is a major win for AECOM and a powerful endorsement of our expertise, giving us a fantastic opportunity to deliver long‑term, meaningful work that has large scale impact for communities across Scotland.

This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to support on this programme and work alongside a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Electrical and ICA Design
  :
  Undertake the design and review of electrical and ICA elements in wastewater and water infrastructure / treatment projects, and offer advice, where necessary in a technical expert role.
• Delivery
  :
  Feasibility studies, outline and detailed design, and construction / commissioning support.
• Quality
  :
  Ensure high technical quality, contribute to bids, and maintain client relationships.
• Project Management
  :
  Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables to meet agreed targets.
• Collaborate
  :
  With multidisciplinary teams and with clients and stakeholders to buy in to solutions, also contributing to AECOM’s wider technical capability and innovative approach.
• Leadership
  :
  Manage direct reports, inspire technical excellence, and support the growth of fellow engineers.

If you’re passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don’t just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Water page on Linked In a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we’re working on and see firsthand the difference we’re making in the industry!

Come grow with us.

Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 600 experts across the UK & Ireland. Collaborate with top‑tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large‑scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion. Here, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and…