Principal Engineer - Electrical & ICA

apartmentFinlay Jude Associates Limited placeExeter calendar_month 

FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading service provider in the utilities industry for an experienced Principal Engineer - Electrical & ICA to strengthen their engineering team.

Location: Exeter, hybrid working available.

Benefits
  • A competitive salary
  • Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent)
  • Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent)
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
  • Contribution Pension scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • And many more benefits including – cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc

Principal Engineer - Electrical & ICA role:

  • Seeking a Principal Electrical & ICA Engineer with expertise in design, safety, and standards to lead engineering projects and contribute to business success in Bristol or Exeter.

Principal Engineer - Electrical & ICA responsibilities:

  • Develop cost-effective design layouts that optimise overall project costs, considering all stages from design and material procurement to construction and commissioning, while ensuring compliance with specifications and feasibility.
  • Support the Proposals department by providing accurate cost estimates, constructive feedback, and actively participating in the development, monitoring, and review of departmental procedures and processes.
  • Maintain comprehensive project files and records throughout the contract lifecycle.
  • Maintain a personal development plan, actively participate in the supervision and development of junior staff and contribute to ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Minimise waste across all departmental activities and ensure designs incorporate environmental considerations.
  • Prioritise health and safety in all design decisions.

Principal Engineer - Electrical & ICA requirements:

  • Demonstrated ability to deliver complex process plant systems within the water industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of motor control centre design and implementation.
  • Strong foundation in the selection and specification of critical automation components.
  • A strong foundation in the underlying science and engineering concepts that drive these critical systems.
  • Demonstrates commitment to professional development and adherence to industry standards.
  • Demonstrates foundational academic knowledge and understanding of engineering principles.
  • Ability to rationalise designs and produce economic plant layouts
  • Valid driver's license.
If you are looking for a fantastic Principal Engineer - Electrical & ICA opportunity and want to work for a leading national contractor with opportunities to progress, then click on the 'apply now’ button.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

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