Electrical Engineer

United Utilities - Talent Acquisition Partner (Engineering & Commercial)

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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

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.

• 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
• My Gym Discounts  - 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
• Share Buy
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

To provide Electrical Engineering support including design and technical engineering advice to all areas of UU. You will operate within delivery teams and work closely and maintain strong relationships with other disciplines and internal clients. You will be responsible for technical 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…