Principal EICA Engineer – Water Sector
Manchester - Hybrid (2–3 days in office)
Competitive rate - can be outside of scope of IR35
The role is working for a leading consultancy, delivering on their water treatment and utilities frameworks. This is a senior, hands-on engineering role with real influence - leading projects, shaping design, and setting technical direction across complex water sector schemes.
The Role
The Principal EICA Engineer will take ownership of EICA delivery across a portfolio of projects. From concept through commissioning, they will balance technical excellence with commercial reality.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Producing cost-effective, compliant EICA design documentation
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Delivering outline and detailed electrical, instrumentation & control designs
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Leading site surveys, FATs, and producing clear technical reports
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Providing EC&I technical authority: preparation, checking, approval of documentation
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Managing sub-contractor designs to ensure specification and quality compliance
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Allocating work, guiding teams, and delivering against programme
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Preparing requisitions, installation scopes, and technical bid assessments
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Supporting HV design, site construction, and commissioning activities
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Ensuring compliance with UK legislation, standards, and client procedures
What You’ll Bring
Qualifications
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Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control Engineering (or similar)
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Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards)
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Apprenticeship routes considered with strong experience
Technical Experience
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15+ years’ engineering experience in water or similar regulated sectors
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Strong knowledge of UK standards and legislation, including WIMES
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Experience with ATEX, CE marking, PED, LVD, Machinery Directive & EMC
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Understanding of hazardous areas and explosive atmospheres
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Solid grasp of risk management, HSE, and safe design principles
Personal Attributes
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Highly motivated, delivery-focused, and calm under pressure
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Confident communicator with stakeholders at all levels
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Experienced in delegating and developing others
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Safety-led, customer-focused, and commercially aware
