Full job descriptionJob Title: Electrical Engineer – Pump Systems
Location: Flexible / Field-Based
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in submersible pump systems to join our engineering team. This is a hands-on role involving the installation, maintenance, fault finding, commissioning, and repair of electrical systems associated with submersible pumps across a range of industrial, water, wastewater, and commercial sites.
The successful candidate will have excellent electrical fault-finding skills, experience working with three-phase equipment, and a solid understanding of pump control systems and automation.
Key Responsibilities
*Install, commission, maintain and repair submersible pump systems.
*Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults on pumping equipment.
*Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown work.
*Test, inspect and certify electrical installations in accordance with current regulations.
*Work on single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.
*Install and maintain motor control centres (MCCs), control panels and pump control equipment.
*Fault find on PLC-controlled systems and pump automation where applicable.
*Configure and commission variable speed drives (VSDs) and soft starters.
*Carry out motor replacements, alignment and commissioning.
*Perform electrical testing including insulation resistance, continuity and earth fault testing.
*Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
*Complete service reports and maintenance documentation accurately.
*Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
*Participate in emergency call-out rota where required.
Essential Skills & Experience
*Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer working on submersible pumps.
*Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
*Experience working with wastewater, sewage or clean water pumping systems