MEICA Project Engineer

Project Engineer (MEICA)

The Role

As Project Engineer within the MEICA business, you will bring demonstrable MEICA or industrial installation experience and practical skills to the team. You will provide the detailed technical input to the project and ensure works are safe and meet the specifications prior to implementation. The Project Engineer will have a strong focus on achieving safety targets and have zero tolerance of unsafe working practices and occurrences. They will actively engage the project construction team in the successful implementation of project delivery.

Working closely with the Project Manager and the project team, you will ensure that project related activities are planned and executed to meet the project requirements in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Key Responsibilities
Supporting the Project Management team in the delivery of MEICA projects.
Production of functional specifications, contractor selection and ensuring that all supporting scope is delivered on time.
Provide data to the project Commercial manager / QS in respect to variation orders and site instructions.
Manage suppliers of engineering services across all technical disciplines.
Liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project.
Liaise with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers, and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress.
Developing and reviewing tender documents, both for consultants and construction works.
Understanding project risks and co-ordinating mitigation activities.
Carrying out Technical Assurance checks and audits of contractor activities and outputs through the detail design and construction phases of projects.
Assisting in the resolution of engineering issues arising through project delivery and ensure quality control.
Manage multiple engineering aspects of projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet technical and quality standards.
Collaborating with project stakeholders, including clients, architects, and contractors, to understand project requirements and objectives.
Developing and overseeing project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Supporting the project team in preparing detailed MEICA & interface engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
Working with the project team by assigning in tasks and providing technical guidance and mentorship.
Understanding project risks and co-ordinating the mitigation activities ensuring compliance with safety regulations throughout the project.
Coordinating with other engineering disciplines, such as mechanical and civil engineers, to ensure integrated and coordinated project designs.
Participating in site visits and inspections to monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and ensure quality control.
Troubleshooting with the project team in resolving MEICA related issues that may arise during project execution.
Ensuring that projects adhere to codes, standards, and industry best practices.
Managing project documentation, including technical reports, change orders, and project records.
Providing technical support to clients and addressing their inquiries and concerns.
Keeping up to date with advancements in electrical engineering technology and best practices.
Preparing and delivering project progress reports and presentations to clients and project stakeholders
About you

Essential
Ability to liaise at all levels
A team player with the ability to co-ordinate project-related activities with clients' consultants and 3rd parties
Good organisational skills
Methodical approach with a clear focus on client, customer, and quality
Strong leadership qualities and a natural problem solver
Able to prioritise a varied workload and demonstrate good time management to comply with deadlines
Able to work in a busy environment under pressure
Educated to Degree level or equivalent in an Engineering related subject, ideally in the field of Mechanical, Electrical, ICA or Manufacturing
SMSTS or NEBOSH qualified
Relevant CSCS Card (Either Experienced Technical Supervisor, Supervisory, Professionally Qualified Person, or Manager)
Previous experience working in a similar role
Familiar with programme management and maintenance
Proficient with IT specifically full Office 365 suite
Knowledge of health and safety legislation regarding safe work practise
SSSTS / SMSTS
CSCS card
1st Aid trained
Understanding the importance of promoting a safety culture on-site

Desirable
WIMES Standards familiarisation
Experience of working within the utilities industry, especially Water & Wastewater
Strong programme and schedule management experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft office package
Commercial and contract experience
Knowledge of MF1, NEC, IChemE or similar model contracts
Thames Water Safety Passport
EUSR Water Hygiene card
Caring and investing in you

What we offer:
Competitive salary
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Private Medical
25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
8 hours volunteering
Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice

Tickets/training/certs required- Authorised Person Electrical (Desirable)
- SMSTS
- EUSR
- CSCS

Specific experience required-

- Design and build of infrastructure projects

- Pumping stations and systems in the water industry.
- Experience delivering projects for regulated water companies.
- Power resilience and liaison with DNOs.
- HV/LV systems and transformers.
- ICA and systems integration.
- Commissioning and handover of the above.
- HAZOP & ALM
- Understanding of hydraulic systems.
- Procurement of equipment and subcontracts.
- Supervision of direct and subcontract delivered MEICA works.
- Familiarisation with WIMES standards
- Knowledge of NEC contracts

Specific experience required
- Strong technical knowledge and practical experience of managing design, installation, testing and commissioning of MEICA systems: pumps, valves, transformers, Ring Main Units, LV Switchgear, PLCs, MCCs, Remote Terminal Unit, instrumentation, control systems, systems integration (SCADA/Telemetry) etc.
- Supervision of direct and subcontract delivered MEICA works.
- Knowledge of NEC contracts
- Understanding of hydraulic systems.
- Liaison with DNOs.
- Experience delivering projects for regulated water companies.
- Experience with HAZOP & ALM, FAT/SAT of the above, commissioning procedures of the above, inspection/test records, and documentation for project handover.
- Experience in writing MEICA technical specification
- Experience in MEICA WIMES standards
- Procurement of equipment and subcontracts.
- Experience in reviewing technical MEICA design drawings and specifications including Single Line Diagrams, MCC panel schematics, System/Network Architecture Drawings and Functional Design Specifications for SCADA and Telemetry