Jobs, fresher vacancy - Associate Director - Electrical Engineering (Water Industry) • Northern Ireland

Company: HAYS Specialist Recruitment

Northern Ireland

Your new company Are you ready to lead electrical engineering on some of the UK's most critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects? This is your opportunity to join a global leader in design, engineering, and project management, delivering innovative solutions that support sustainable communities and resilient infrastructure. The organisation partners with major UK water companies to deliver high-impact programmes across treatment, networks, and environmental protection.Your new role As an Associate Director in Electrical Engineering, you'll take a leading role in delivering transformational projects across the water sector, including water treatment works, wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and network upgrades. You will provide technical leadership, oversee electrical engineering design and delivery, set quality standards, and ensure excellence across the full project lifecycle from concept design through to construction support.Collaboration is central to this role. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across the UK and internationally to create integrated engineering solutions that meet the highest industry standards.Key Responsibilities Direct and manage teams delivering electrical design to UK and industry standards.Define briefs, scopes of work, and contribute to winning bids.Manage budgets, timelines, and project deliverables.Develop and grow electrical engineering capability within the practice.Ensure quality assurance and compliance across all deliverables.What you'll need to succeed Chartered Electrical Engineer with strong leadership experience.Extensive technical background in LV and HV systems, MCCs/switchgear, industrial/process installations, HAZOP assessments, DSEAR/ATEX compliance, SLD/BCD production, earthing and bonding.Essential: Experience working in the water or wastewater industry, such as water treatment works, pumping stations, or other water sector infrastructure projects.Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and experience working on multidisciplinary engineering projects.Proven experience managing teams, budgets, and complex project lifecycles.What you'll get in return Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that protect water resources and support sustainable, resilient communities.Global Reach: Work with teams across the UK and internationally on significant infrastructure programmes.Career Growth: Access to world-class training, professional development, and clear progression pathways.Flexibility: Hybrid working options, flexible holidays, and a strong focus on work-life balance.Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, private medical cover, pension, income protection, and lifestyle benefits including EV schemes and gym memberships.Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and diverse thinking.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills:Chartered Electrical Engineer Associate Director Associate Electrical Engineer MEICA WaterBenefits:Attractive Remuneration Package & Excellent Benefits Package