Associate/Associate Director Electrical Engineering

Join our growing Water team as an Associate or Associate Director Electrical Engineer. You'll work on a diverse portfolio of projects for UK water companies, local authorities, and environmental organizations. This is an opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure programs and make a tangible impact on communities across the UK. You will lead and develop a team of Electrical Engineers, provide technical leadership, build client relationships, and collaborate with teams both nationally and internationally.

Lead and develop a team of Electrical Engineers, delivering high-quality technical solutions for complex water and wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across the regional and national D&AT practice, driving best practice, capability growth, and continuous improvement.
• Build, lead, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams across AtkinsRéalis, clients, and partners to deliver integrated solutions and maximise project value.
• You will be confident leading multidisciplinary teams, developing client relationships, and delivering high-quality solutions while supporting and mentoring less experienced engineers
• Ability to provide technical guidance, support, and assurance to engineers and technicians, acting as a key point of contact within project and national teams

Requirements

• We're seeking technically strong, commercially aware engineers who enjoy collaborative working and take a proactive approach to solving complex challenges
• Experience leading the electrical design and delivery of multidisciplinary projects across concept, outline, detailed design, construction, and commissioning phases within the UK water sector
• Chartered Electrical Engineer with an accredited UK institution OR extensive industry experience with a proven track record of delivering value

A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

• A commitment to technical excellence, innovation, safety, quality, and sustainable engineering outcomes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage risks and deliver practical, value-driven solutions
• Experience leading, mentoring, and developing engineers and technical teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture