Job Description

Job Title:
Junior Electrical Design Engineer 

Description:
We are hiring on behalf of our client for a Junior Electrical Design Engineer to join an established and forward-thinking engineering firm operating within the water industry. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional seeking to develop their skills and grow within a high-performing technical team. Working on a range of multi-discipline projects within the mechanical and electrical sector, this office-based role offers exposure to cutting-edge engineering design in a thriving industry.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Excellent starting salary – £26,000 – £30,000 depending on experience

2. Long-term career progression in the water sector

3. Technical development with exposure to high-value, complex projects

The Role:

• Assist in the electrical design of systems across water and wastewater infrastructure projects

• Support senior engineers with layouts, specifications, schematics, and documentation

• Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration across electrical and software teams

• Use design software such as AutoCAD or EPLAN (preferred, not essential)

• Participate in internal reviews and quality assurance procedures

• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and other external stakeholders

The Person:

• Degree educated in Electrical Engineering or a related field

• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems

• Prior exposure to multi-discipline projects, ideally in the water industry

• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar electrical design software

• Good problem-solving and communication skills

• Enthusiastic to learn and contribute within a collaborative, professional environment

The Reward:

• Salary between £26,000 – £30,000

• Office-based role with a supportive and knowledgeable team

• Long-term development opportunities within a high-demand sector

• Involvement in meaningful projects with real infrastructure impact

• Full training and mentoring to develop your design engineering skills

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

For further information and to apply for this Junior Electrical Design Engineer job, please contact Dominic Heron on 07458 160121, email dominic@huntersavage.com, or apply via our website. At Hunter Savage, we are a specialist recruitment consultancy with a focus on long-term, consultative partnerships. We bring deep sector insight, niche expertise, and an unwavering commitment to helping talented professionals grow their careers in Engineering & Manufacturing.

Salary details listed are to be used as a guide and may vary depending on experience. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria based on the calibre of response.