Principal EICA Engineer

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 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.

• Producing cost-effective, compliant EICA design documentation

• Delivering outline and detailed electrical, instrumentation & control designs

• Leading site surveys, FATs, and producing clear technical reports

• Providing EC&I technical authority: preparation, checking, approval of documentation

• Managing sub-contractor designs to ensure specification and quality compliance

• Allocating work, guiding teams, and delivering against programme

• Preparing requisitions, installation scopes, and technical bid assessments

• Supporting HV design, site construction, and commissioning activities

• Ensuring compliance with UK legislation, standards, and client procedures

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control Engineering (or similar)

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards)

• Apprenticeship routes considered with strong experience
  
  

Technical Experience

• 15+ years’ engineering experience in water or similar regulated sectors

• Strong knowledge of UK standards and legislation, including WIMES

• Experience with ATEX, CE marking, PED, LVD, Machinery Directive & EMC

• Understanding of hazardous areas and explosive atmospheres

• Solid grasp of risk management, HSE, and safe design principles

Personal Attributes

• Highly motivated, delivery-focused, and calm under pressure

• Confident communicator with stakeholders at all levels

• Experienced in delegating and developing others

• Safety-led, customer-focused, and commercially aware